Quetta Railway Station: A horrific suicide bombing at Quetta Railway Station on Saturday morning killed 24 people, including 14 soldiers, and left dozens more critically injured. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the devastating attack, which targeted a crowded platform just before the scheduled departure of the Jaffer Express train bound for Peshawar. CCTV footage shows harrowing moments of explosionCCTV footage of the attack, now widely circulated on social media, captures the exact moment the explosion tore through the railway platform. The blast caused widespread devastation as debris flew across the station, bodies lay scattered, and the steel roof above the platform collapsed. In the footage, panicked passengers can be seen scrambling to escape as chaos erupted throughout the area.The crowded platform in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province, quickly turned into a scene of horror as emergency responders arrived to aid the injured. The intense blast shattered glass, damaged infrastructure, and destroyed a tea stall located on the platform, leaving the station covered in debris. Authorities have reported that many of the injured remain in critical condition.Attack on military personnel and civiliansThe Balochistan Liberation Army, a separatist group known for targeting government and military sites, stated that the bombing specifically aimed to harm military personnel. The group has been active in recent years, demanding autonomy and greater resources for the Balochistan region. This particular attack has left the country reeling and sparked widespread condemnation, with calls for stronger security measures in public spaces, particularly transportation hubs.Immediate emergency response and aftermathFollowing the blast, emergency services worked quickly to transport the wounded to nearby hospitals. Medical staff have reported that several of the injured are in critical condition, with emergency personnel on high alert for additional casualties. The explosion has raised security concerns across Pakistan, with heightened monitoring in major transit locations as authorities investigate the circumstances of the attack.As Quetta residents and families of the victims grapple with the tragedy, Pakistani officials are calling for a thorough investigation into the incident. Meanwhile, social media is flooded with expressions of grief and support as the region mourns one of the deadliest attacks in recent months.
