Lashkar-e-Taiba: From formation to terror, a detailed look at the dreaded outfit
Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) role in the Pahalgam terror attack has been confirmed by security agencies as enemy number one. The Lashkar-e-Taiba has been involved in some of the deadliest attacks on Indian soil, so watch as India Today's Akshita Nandagopal breaks down for you all that you need to know about this dreaded terror outfit, and who calls the shots. She traces Lashkar-e-Taiba's history from its formation in 1985 to its involvement in numerous deadly attacks in India, including the 1993 Mumbai blast and the 2025 Pahalgam attack. The transcript details the role of Hafiz Saeed, LET's founder, and his continued activities despite international sanctions and alleged imprisonment.
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