Deadly Blast Targets Military Train in Balochistan, Pakistan
At least 24 killed, many injured in blast near railway track in Pakistan's Balochistan

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A blast near Chaman Phatak railway station in Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan, killed at least 24 people and injured 20 others on May 24, 2026. The explosion targeted a military train, damaging nearby vehicles and buildings, prompting an emergency declaration in local hospitals.
- 01The explosion occurred on May 24, 2026, near Chaman Phatak railway station in Quetta, Balochistan.
- 02In addition to the fatalities, at least 20 individuals sustained injuries from the blast.
- 03Emergency services were mobilized, leading to an emergency declaration in all government hospitals in Quetta.
- 04The Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express train was halted at Quetta Railway Station as a precaution after the explosion.
- 05Babar Yousafzai, spokesperson for the Home Minister, advised the public to avoid the blast site to facilitate rescue operations.
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On May 24, 2026, a devastating explosion near Chaman Phatak railway station in Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan, resulted in the deaths of at least 24 individuals and left 20 others injured. The blast specifically targeted a train carrying military personnel, causing partial damage to the train and affecting 10 vehicles parked in the vicinity. The explosion's force shattered windows and glass panels in nearby buildings, indicating the severity of the incident. In response, local authorities declared an emergency in government hospitals across Quetta, summoning medical staff to assist with the influx of casualties. Railway authorities took precautionary measures by halting the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express at Quetta Railway Station to ensure passenger safety. Babar Yousafzai, the spokesperson for the Home Minister, announced that all relevant institutions were placed on high alert following the explosion. He urged the public to refrain from gathering near the blast site to allow emergency teams to conduct their operations effectively. This tragic incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in Balochistan, a region known for its instability and history of violence.
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The blast has heightened security concerns in Quetta, impacting local residents and emergency services.
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