Train explosion in Quetta results in multiple casualties

On May 24, 2026, a powerful explosion occurred near the Chaman Phatak railway tracks in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province, Pakistan. The blast targeted a shuttle train departing from Quetta Cantt, which was carrying military personnel and their families returning home for Eid holidays. The explosion caused two train carriages to derail and catch fire, while also damaging nearby houses and vehicles. Casualty reports vary, with some sources citing at least 24 deaths and 82 injuries, while other local officials mention over 30 hospitalizations with many victims in critical condition. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), specifically its Majeed Brigade, has claimed responsibility for the attack. Pakistani authorities have condemned the incident as a terrorist act and are currently conducting rescue operations and investigations. Many of the reported victims include women and children.