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  BLA unleashes video of captured Pakistani soldiers pleading for mercy as deadline looms

  World | February 20, 2026 18:27 IST

  In the harrowing footage, uniformed captives- visibly shaken and distraught- kneel on rocky, unforgiving terrain encircled by armed BLA militants, brandishing their Pakistani military ID cards and national identity papers defiantly at the camera.

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  BLA releases photos of two women suicide 'fidayeens' behind deadly attacks in Pakistan

  World | February 02, 2026 12:55 IST

  The deadly attack has killed nearly 50 people, including at least 17 security personnel. In response, Pakistani also launched a 40-hour battle to take down more than 140 militants so far, Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti said on Sunday.

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  Haqiqat Kya Hai: Major attack in Pakistan, BLA kills more than 90 soldiers

  Hakikat Kya Hai | February 01, 2026 23:13 IST

  Major attack in Pakistan, BLA kills more than 90 soldiers

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  Balochistan Liberation Army designated as foreign terrorist organisation by the US

  World | August 11, 2025 23:53 IST

  The Balochistan Liberation Army was first designated as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) group in 2019 after carrying out multiple terrorist attacks. In 2025, the outfit took credit for the deadly March hijacking of the Jaffar Express in Pakistan.

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  Beijing pulls up Asim Munir over repeated attacks on Chinese nationals in Pakistan

  World | July 25, 2025 18:22 IST

  In the aftermath of attacks on Chinese nationals and projects in Pakistan, China expressed strong dissatisfaction to visiting Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir and urged him to take decisive action against anti-China groups operating within the country.

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  Balochistan Liberation Army claims control of Surab city, sets police station, govt buildings ablaze

  World | May 30, 2025 23:38 IST

  The Balochistan Liberation Army’s takeover of Surab marks a major escalation in the separatist insurgency, raising fears of increased instability and fragmentation in Pakistan.

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  BLA strikes again in Pakistan: ISI agent killed in Pasni region, Army warned of escalating attacks

  World | April 29, 2025 23:51 IST

  In a statement, the BLA revealed that the slain ISI officer was identified as Muhammad Nawaz, a resident of Hakim Wala near Chorangi Joharabad in Punjab's Khushab district. The ISI agent was killed in an intelligence-based operation in Pasni city.

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  Four suspects arrested for 'facilitating' Jaffar Express attack in Pakistan's Balochistan

  World | March 26, 2025 17:38 IST

  The attack on the Jaffar Express in Pakistan's Balochistan resulted in the death of 26 hostages, including 18 security personnel. In the latest update, 4 suspects have been arrested for facilitating the Jaffar Express hijack, according to a media report.

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  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa mosque blast: 4 Injured in Peshawar, another explosion in South Waziristan

  World | March 15, 2025 19:54 IST

  A blast at a seminary mosque in Peshawar's Urmur Bala village injured four, including a cleric, less than a day after an explosion at a mosque in South Waziristan. Rising attacks on religious institutions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan raise security concerns.

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  Why is Balochistan seeing a surge in violent attacks? What's driving separatists to strike now?

  World | March 14, 2025 17:31 IST

  The local population in Balochistan has accused Pakistan of exploiting the region's resources while neglecting the local communities. Additionally, the Chinese investment has also alienated the Baloch population further.

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  Jaffar Express driver recalls 'terrifying' moment when insurgents attacked train: Here's the ordeal

  World | March 14, 2025 12:22 IST

  Jaffar Express, carrying 440 passengers from Quetta to Peshawar, is reported to have been hijacked as bogies were derailed after militants detonated an explosive under the train’s engine.

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  Jaffar Express attack: India rejects Pakistan's baseless allegation of involvement in train siege

  India | March 14, 2025 9:36 IST

  MEA official spokesperson Rahdnir Jaiswal said Pakistan should look inwards instead of pointing fingers and shifting the blame for its own internal problems and failures on to others.

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  Terror must end for Pakistan to progress: PM Shehbaz Sharif on Jaffar Express attack

  World | March 13, 2025 21:14 IST

  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan cannot progress without eliminating terrorism from Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He condemned the attack and warned against anti-army propaganda.

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  Pakistan PM visits Balochistan to meet train hijack survivors, praises rescue forces

  World | March 13, 2025 17:50 IST

  Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Balochistan on Thursday to meet survivors of the Jaffar Express hijacking and the commandos who led the rescue operation. The visit followed a two-day military mission that killed all 33 Balochistan Liberation Army militants involved in the attack.

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  Pakistan train hijack: All hostages rescued, 33 BLA militants killed as Army ends operation

  World | March 13, 2025 6:18 IST

  All hostages taken by Baloch rebels in a dramatic train hijacking in Pakistan’s Balochistan province have been rescued, according to the army. The siege, which began on Tuesday, left 28 soldiers dead. Over 30 rebels were also killed in the military response.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, March 12, 2025

  India | March 12, 2025 23:31 IST

  After 36 hours of the hijacking of the Jaffar Express by the Baloch rebels, dozens of passengers, including Pakistan military personnel, are still held hostage. Pakistan has claimed that it has rescued 190 passengers so far and has killed 30 militants.

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  Jaffar Express train hijack: BLA kills 50 more hostages in response to Pakistani Army's aggression

  World | March 12, 2025 20:45 IST

  The BLA warned of immediate execution of the remaining 150 hostages in its custody if Pakistan carries out further military action. The group has issued a 20-hour ultimatum for the Pakistani government to take concrete steps toward a prisoner exchange.

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  OPINION | Will Balochistan break away from Pakistan?

  India | March 12, 2025 17:26 IST

  The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has hijacked the Jaffar Express and held over 100 passengers. The Baloch rebels have demanded the exchange of prisoners. Meanwhile, Pakistan has claimed that it has killed over 27 militants while has rescued 104 passengers.

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  BLA releases video of how they blew up track, hijacked Jaffar Express in Balochistan's Bolan

  World | March 12, 2025 16:56 IST

  The Majeed Brigade of the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked the Jaffar Express in Balochistan's Bolan on Tuesday and took hundreds hostage. As claimed by Pakistan, they have killed 30 militants.

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  BLA Issues Ultimatum To Pakistan Govt, Warns Military Action Will Lead To Worse Consequences

  News | March 12, 2025 15:32 IST

  The Baloch Liberation Army has issued an ultimatum to the Pakistani government, demanding the release of their prisoners in exchange for the safe release of hostages taken during the train hijack.