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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Opinion - No pass for Pakistan-sponsored terrorism
On Apr. 22, in the valley of Pahalgam, where newlyweds and vacationing families were capturing moments of joy against the backdrop of another Indian summer, sudden barbaric violence shattered the calm as four terrorists sponsored and supported by Pakistan mercilessly executed 26 innocents. They tore apart families — husbands from wives, siblings from one another, parents from their children — executing them with chilling precision. Adding to the horror, the perpetrators sought to infuse their carnage with a sectarian veneer, demanding victims declare their religious affiliations. This attempt to communalize the atrocity was thwarted by an act of profound courage — a local Kashmiri Muslim, in defiance of the terrorists' divisive intent, sacrificed his life to shield the tourists. This brutal act of terror only fills up the catalogue of terrorist attacks sponsored by Pakistan against India. Reasi in 2024, Pulwama in 2019, Uri and Pathankot attacks in 2016 and the 2008 siege of Mumbai — where 166 lives, including six Americans, were killed — form a grim list that defies comprehension. Terror in Pahalgam brings another spotlight on the nature of the Pakistani state and its parentage of syndicate of terrorist proxies operating from its soil. Pakistan prides itself in harboring and defending proscribed terrorist groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, and their front organizations like the Resistance Front which claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack. While Pakistan leaders' posture on the global stage, proclaiming victimhood and demanding joint investigations to deflect allegations of complicity, they simultaneously shelter and embolden terrorist figures at home. It is incredible how well their strategy of hoodwinking and denial has worked for them. It worked for Pakistan when they sheltered Osama bin Laden. It worked for them when they knowingly and falsely declared dead 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and Sajid Mir, the man behind the Mumbai attacks. It worked for them when they orchestrated the release of Ahmed Saeed Omar Sheikh, a terrorist India was forced to release in a hostage exchange, who went on to murder Daniel Pearl. And sadly they continue to persist with it. The recurrent pattern is unmistakable: Whenever inconvenient truths surface regarding Pakistan's entanglement with terrorist organizations, its officials deftly concede a measure of historical complicity, thereby deflecting scrutiny from contemporary accusations. This rhetorical sleight-of-hand, a calculated maneuver, consistently yields dividends, shielding the state from accountability. History, as the adage warns, condemns the ignorant to its repetition. From its inception, the Pakistani state — most notably its military, which has systematically prevented any elected prime minister from completing a full term — has fixated on the territorial conquest of Kashmir, purely on religious grounds. In moments of domestic turmoil — be it political missteps, economic collapse, or ideological discord — the military apparatus invariably redirects the national gaze toward Kashmir, conjuring the specter of an existential Indian threat. This manufactured bogeyman serves the singular purpose of subduing the Pakistani populace, ensuring their acquiescence to the military's agenda. More than 40,000 people, civilian and security forces have lost their lives in India due to terrorism. As a respected and responsible member of the comity of nations, India has never sought a violent solution to any conflict. But we cannot choose to not act when terrorists unleash such horror. We do not stand alone today when we say there is zero tolerance for terrorism. After the terror attack, India undertook measured and non-escalatory strikes against these terror apparatuses operating in Pakistan. In response the Pakistan Army, in its usual war mongering manner, has sought to escalate the situation by carrying out strikes against Indian civilian and military infrastructure. It has chosen to stand with the terrorists. India does not seek an escalation. Our war is against terrorism. It is not against the people of Pakistan. Vinay Kwatra is India's ambassador to the U.S. and its former foreign secretary. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
No pass for Pakistan-sponsored terrorism
On Apr. 22, in the valley of Pahalgam, where newlyweds and vacationing families were capturing moments of joy against the backdrop of another Indian summer, sudden barbaric violence shattered the calm as four terrorists sponsored and supported by Pakistan mercilessly executed 26 innocents. They tore apart families — husbands from wives, siblings from one another, parents from their children — executing them with chilling precision. Adding to the horror, the perpetrators sought to infuse their carnage with a sectarian veneer, demanding victims declare their religious affiliations. This attempt to communalize the atrocity was thwarted by an act of profound courage — a local Kashmiri Muslim, in defiance of the terrorists' divisive intent, sacrificed his life to shield the tourists. This brutal act of terror only fills up the catalogue of terrorist attacks sponsored by Pakistan against India. Reasi in 2024, Pulwama in 2019, Uri and Pathankot attacks in 2016 and the 2008 siege of Mumbai — where 166 lives, including six Americans, were killed — form a grim list that defies comprehension. Terror in Pahalgam brings another spotlight on the nature of the Pakistani state and its parentage of syndicate of terrorist proxies operating from its soil. Pakistan prides itself in harboring and defending proscribed terrorist groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, and their front organizations like the Resistance Front which claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack. While Pakistan leaders' posture on the global stage, proclaiming victimhood and demanding joint investigations to deflect allegations of complicity, they simultaneously shelter and embolden terrorist figures at home. It is incredible how well their strategy of hoodwinking and denial has worked for them. It worked for Pakistan when they sheltered Osama bin Laden. It worked for them when they knowingly and falsely declared dead 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and Sajid Mir, the man behind the Mumbai attacks. It worked for them when they orchestrated the release of Ahmed Saeed Omar Sheikh, a terrorist India was forced to release in a hostage exchange, who went on to murder Daniel Pearl. And sadly they continue to persist with it. The recurrent pattern is unmistakable: Whenever inconvenient truths surface regarding Pakistan's entanglement with terrorist organizations, its officials deftly concede a measure of historical complicity, thereby deflecting scrutiny from contemporary accusations. This rhetorical sleight-of-hand, a calculated maneuver, consistently yields dividends, shielding the state from accountability. History, as the adage warns, condemns the ignorant to its repetition. From its inception, the Pakistani state — most notably its military, which has systematically prevented any elected prime minister from completing a full term — has fixated on the territorial conquest of Kashmir, purely on religious grounds. In moments of domestic turmoil — be it political missteps, economic collapse, or ideological discord — the military apparatus invariably redirects the national gaze toward Kashmir, conjuring the specter of an existential Indian threat. This manufactured bogeyman serves the singular purpose of subduing the Pakistani populace, ensuring their acquiescence to the military's agenda. More than 40,000 people, civilian and security forces have lost their lives in India due to terrorism. As a respected and responsible member of the comity of nations, India has never sought a violent solution to any conflict. But we cannot choose to not act when terrorists unleash such horror. We do not stand alone today when we say there is zero tolerance for terrorism. After the terror attack, India undertook measured and non-escalatory strikes against these terror apparatuses operating in Pakistan. In response the Pakistan Army, in its usual war mongering manner, has sought to escalate the situation by carrying out strikes against Indian civilian and military infrastructure. It has chosen to stand with the terrorists. India does not seek an escalation. Our war is against terrorism. It is not against the people of Pakistan. Vinay Kwatra is India's ambassador to the U.S. and its former foreign secretary.
News18
07-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
Beyond Pahalgam: How Operation Sindoor Avenged Pulwama, Pathankot, Mumbai And More
Lt Colonel Qureshi and Wing Commander Singh explained the strategic selection of targets by India to avenge previous attacks. They said that no military or civilian establishment was targeted and that the operation was 'non-escalatory". They said the motive of the operation was degrading terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK. Why Markaz Subhan Allah, Bahawalpur was attacked Markaz Subhan Allah, Bahawalpur, is the operational headquarter of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), responsible for attacks like the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. It houses JeM's top leadership, including Maulana Masood Azhar and Mufti Abdul Rauf Asghar. Funded by Pakistan's ISI and gulf donors, it has facilities for arms training and terrorist recruitment. This strike aimed to disrupt JeM's core leadership and training. Markaz Taiba, Muridke is the headquarter of Lashkar-e-Taiba, which executed the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008. The Mumbai attackers like Ajmal Kasab were trained at this facility. Financed by Osama bin Laden, it hosts LeT leaders like Hafiz Saeed and Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi. It radicalises and trains over 1,000 youths annually in guerrilla warfare, intelligence, and explosives. The objective was to dismantle LeT's terror operations and prevent future attacks. Why Sarjal/Tehra Kalan Facility Was Targeted This JeM launchpad facilitates infiltrations into Jammu via tunnels and drones. Lt Col Qureshi said this site was targeted as it was linked to the 2016 Pathankot attack. The facility, approximately 20 km from the Line Of Control (LoC), is used to dig cross-border tunnels, drops weapons via drones, and houses JeM's Afghan operations. The strike aimed to destroy infiltration networks and drone-smuggling hubs. Why Mehmoona Joya Facility, Sialkot, Was Targeted This facility is a base for planning Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) attacks in Jammu, run by ISI-backed commander Irfan Tanda. It trains terrorists for border raids and weapons smuggling. The operation aimed at degrading HM's operational capacity in Jammu. Why Markaz Ahle Hadith, Barnala (PoK) Was Targeted This facility is known to have trained terrorists and planned the Dhangri (2023) and Reasi (2024) attacks, resulting in 16 civilian deaths. It serves as a staging ground for LeT infiltrations into Poonch-Rajouri and houses over 100 militants. The objective of Operation Sindoor was to disrupt LeT's transit routes and punish attacks on civilians. Why Markaz Abbas, Kotli (PoK) Was Targeted This facility has been JeM's arms depot and planning hub for attacks like Nagrota (2016), led by Qari Zarrar. It stores weapons smuggled from Afghanistan and trains snipers. The goal was to eliminate JeM's logistics supply chain. Why Maskar Raheel Shahid, Kotli (PoK) Was Targeted Maskar Raheel Shahid is Hizbul Mujahideen's elite training camp for Border Action Team (BAT) raids, overseen by Syed Salahuddin. It trains militants in sniper tactics and survival skills. India targeted this location to neutralise HM's cross-border raid capabilities. Why Shawai Nallah Camp, Muzaffarabad (PoK) Was Targeted LeT's premier training facility, this facility was also instrumental in training the 26/11 attackers. Supported by Pakistan's ISI and Army trainers, it indoctrinates recruits and provides advanced weapons training. The strike aimed to cripple LeT's recruitment pipeline. Why Syedna Bilal Markaz, Muzaffarabad (PoK) Was Targeted A transit camp for JeM terrorists infiltrating into Kashmir, this facility is linked to the Nagrota 2016 and Pulwama 2019 attacks. It hosts 50–100 terrorists and provides SSG (Pak Army) training. Tuesday's strike by India aimed to disrupt JeM's infiltration routes and avenge not just Pahalgam, but also Pulwama and several other terror attacks.
