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Bombs rip through India-Pakistan train

Two bombs exploded on a train headed from India to Pakistan, causing a fire that killed 66 people Feb. 18. Witnesses described a scene of horror as panic-stricken passengers were trapped in one of the burning cars. Most of the dead were Pakistani.

Officials said that the attack was aimed at undermining the peace process between India and Pakistan. The attack came two days before Pakistani Foreign Minister Khursheed Kasuri arrived in New Delhi for talks.

Police said two men jumped from the train shortly before it exploded, after claiming that they had boarded the wrong train. Police have released sketches of the men. (AP)

Shukan ST: March 2, 2007

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