<h1>Militants Hijack Train in Balochistan, Killing 25; Security Forces Rescue Hostages, Eliminate 33 Attackers</h1> Militants in Pakistan's Balochistan province hijacked the Jaffar Express train, killing 21 passengers and four paramilitary soldiers. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack, which involved derailing the train using explosives. Security forces, including the Army and Air Force, conducted a rescue operation, killing all 33 militants and safely rescuing the hostages. The attackers used passengers, including women and children, as human shields, complicating the operation. The incident marks a significant escalation in Baloch insurgent activities, prompting condemnation from international entities like the US and EU. Balochistan has seen increased militant attacks over the past year.