Karachi, May 24: 30 killed in a suicide attack on train in Pakistan.
The explosion occurred near Chaman Phatak railway station in the capital city of Quetta. A train suffered partial damage in the blast, while 10 vehicles parked in the area were also damaged.
Following the incident, an emergency was declared in government hospitals across Quetta, with doctors and medical staff summoned to handle the situation.
Railway authorities said the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express was stopped at Quetta Railway Station after the blast as a precautionary measure.
It said that all relevant institutions have been placed on high alert following an explosion in the city.
More reports awaited.
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