Retired Pakistani Army Soldier

Riyaz Ahmed, a retired Pakistani Army soldier

Riyaz Ahmed, a retired Pakistani Army soldier

The Delhi Police have apprehended Riyaz Ahmed, identified as an active member of the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) operating in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir. The arrest follows the revelation of Ahmed’s significant role in the illicit procurement of arms and ammunition from across the Line of Control (LoC). The accused, reported to be a retired army personnel, was found in possession of a mobile phone and one SIM card.

The police emphasized that Ahmed played a crucial role in facilitating the transfer of weapons across the LoC. The arrest was made under relevant sections of the law, and officials from the concerned Police Station in Jammu and Kashmir have been notified for further necessary action.

Riyaz Ahmed Terrorist

Riyaz Ahmed Terrorist

This operation underscores the ongoing efforts by security forces to counteract and dismantle networks associated with terrorist activities, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining security and peace in the region. The recovery of a mobile phone and SIM card suggests potential avenues for further investigation into the network’s communication channels and operational methods.

Who are Lashkar-e-Taiba

Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) is a notorious Pakistan-based militant Islamist Salafi jihadist organization that has gained global infamy. Established in 1985-6 by influential figures such as Hafiz Saeed, Zafar Iqbal, Shehbaz Abdullah Azzam, and several other Islamist mujahideen, the group played a significant role during the Soviet–Afghan War. Notably, it received financial support from Osama bin Laden, further entrenching its position in the complex landscape of militant organizations.

LeT’s primary objective, as stated by the organization, is the integration of the entire region of Kashmir with Pakistan. This longstanding goal has fueled tensions in the region, making LeT a focal point of international concern and condemnation. Its activities and objectives have led to its designation as a terrorist group by numerous countries, underlining the global consensus on the threat posed by the organization.

Affiliated with LeT are groups that share similar “ideological inclinations and motivations.” Notable among these are the Milli Muslim League, a political party, and Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD), the organization’s “charity wing,” which emerged later. This strategic diversification allows the group to exert influence not only through militant actions but also through political and charitable avenues.

What sets LeT apart from many other militant organizations in Pakistan is its adherence to the Islamic interpretation of Ahl-i Hadith, akin to Wahhabism and Salafism. Additionally, the group publicly renounces attacks on the government of Pakistan and refrains from engaging in sectarian violence against fellow Pakistanis who profess the Islamic faith. This distinctive approach has garnered attention and, to some extent, set LeT apart from its counterparts in the complex landscape of Pakistani militant organizations.

In the larger context of regional and global security, Lashkar-e-Taiba’s existence and activities continue to be a significant focal point, prompting concerted efforts by various nations to counteract its influence and curb its potential for violence and instability.

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