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Armed Assault Hits Quetta Jaffer Express—28th Attack in 18 Months

5/3/2026

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On Feb. 13, an armed assault struck the Jaffer Express in Quetta, marking the line’s 28th attack in the past 18 months.
Railway officials say the line has endured at least 27 attacks over the last year and a half.
Passengers keep traveling despite separatist militants targeting the railway as a state symbol, with journalist Asim Hafeez documenting riders on the train.

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On Feb. 13, an armed assault struck the Jaffer Express in Quetta, marking the line’s 28th attack in the past 18 months.
Railway officials say the line has endured at least 27 attacks over the last year and a half.
Passengers keep traveling despite separatist militants targeting the railway as a state symbol, with journalist Asim Hafeez documenting riders on the train.