Analysts say the latest violence could increase security worries in a province that has become increasingly important for regional trade, international mining projects and China’s economic plans in South Asia.

The outlawed Baloch Liberation Army, which demands independence from Pakistan’s central government, has claimed responsibility for the attack in the insurgency-hit Balochistan province.

An explosives-laden car hit one the carriages of the train that was carrying security personnel and their families to Peshawar ahead of Eid holidays.

Saudi Arabia condemned on Monday the “heinous terrorist” attack targeting a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom reiterates its “complete rejection of all forms of terrorism and extremism and strongly condemns attempts to undermine the security and stability of Pakistan and its people.

Militants have acquired US weapons left behind in Afghanistan during the 2021 withdrawal and deepened collusion with the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan.

China funded one of Pakistan's largest airports to anchor a new global trade corridor, but years after opening, the terminals are silent and the flights never came. This is what happens when a megaproject gets built before the city it was meant to serve.

Explosion in Balochistan Police officers and local residents examine damages at the site of bomb explosion, in Quetta, Pakistan, on Sunday. (Photo:PTI) Karachi, May 24: A devastating explosion occurred on a shuttle train in Balochistan,

A powerful blast near a railway track in Quetta, Pakistan, triggered massive fires and heavy gunfire in Balochistan. Initial reports suggest multiple casualties.