Pakistan: Bombing derails passenger train near Peshi in Balochistan Province, Jan. 20

Event

Unidentified assailants detonated a bomb along a railway track in the Peshi area of Balochistan Province, Jan. 20. The blast derailed part of a Jaffar Express passenger train, injuring at least eight people. Officials have deployed to the site.

Rail service disruptions are likely along the affected line over the coming days. The assailants remain at large and further attacks targeting rail infrastructure are possible.

Advice

Avoid the blast site. Reconfirm the status of rail services in the area in the coming days. Heed the directives of local officials.