Archive · 20 May 2025
BLA Releases Video Detailing Jaffar Express Hijacking
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) made a video about the hijacking of the Jaffar Express train in Pakistan.
The video shows the BLA planning and carrying out the attack, which the BLA called “Operation Darra-e-Bolan 2.0”.
The BLA claims they are fighting for independence for Balochistan.
The video features training, reconnaissance, and the BLA’s perspective on the situation.
The video also includes statements about the sacrifice that is being made by their fighters.
The BLA stated that they would continue the fight, whilst Pakistan is responding with military operations.
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) released a 35-minute video about the hijacking of the Jaffar Express.
The video provides a detailed account of the BLA's planning and execution of the attack.
The footage includes combat training sessions, reconnaissance, and tactical discussions.
BLA members expressed their commitment to their cause, framing it as a necessary step for their independence.
The video includes the BLA's honouring of deceased fighters, and vows to continue the fight.
- Who
- Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
- What
- The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) released a 35-minute video detailing the hijacking of the Jaffar Express.
- When
- March
- Where
- Balochistan, Pakistan
- Why
- The BLA aims to inflict a blow on the Pakistani state and in response to decades of repression in Balochistan.
BLA's Perspective
Pakistan's Perspective
Justification for the attack
BLA's Perspective
The BLA views the attack as a necessary step in their struggle for independence and a response to the Pakistani military presence and actions. They state that they are fighting for their people. They express determination to persist in their campaign until achieving complete success.
Pakistan's Perspective
Pakistan claims the BLA are terrorists.
Casualty Reports
BLA's Perspective
The BLA's perspective is that the Pakistani military's authority would soon end.
Pakistan's Perspective
Pakistan has labeled the BLA a terrorist organization. Pakistani authorities initiated extensive operations in Balochistan. Pakistan initiated Operation Green Bolan in response.
- Date of Hijacking
- March
- Train Name
- Jaffar Express
- Passengers on Board
- 450
- Location of Hijack
- Balochistan, Pakistan
- Group Responsible
- Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
- Operation Name
- Operation Darra-e-Bolan 2.0
Sources
Car bomb in Balochistan kills four, injures 20; BLA under suspicion
Baloch rebels release video of Jaffar Express hijack, counter Pak narrative
Baloch rebels release footage of Jaffar Express Hijack, claims execution of 214 Pakistani military hostages
