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Deccan Herald
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
TRF's terror tag bolsters India's case
The designation of The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a global terrorist organisation by the United States is a victory for India and a vindication of New Delhi's position on cross-border terrorism. It is significant in view of India's contention that the organisation was behind the April 22 Pahalgam attack. .TRF twice claimed responsibility for the attack though it later denied involvement, probably under pressure from its handlers across the border. India has mounted persistent diplomatic pressure on the US and other countries to recognise the existence of the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan which is directed against India. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted that TRF had claimed responsibility also for other attacks, against Indian security forces. But it will be noted that Rubio did not name Pakistan, where the LeT is US has described TRF as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a front for the LeT. The LeT and Jaish-e-Mohammad have been marked for involvement in terrorist activities directed against India. Both organisations have been in the US FTO list from 2001. Pakistan has denied their existence while India has contended that both are active in that country. .India should continue its efforts to get TRF named as a terrorist outfit in the UN Security Council records. The UNSC resolution on the Pahalgam attack avoided mentioning TRF, under Pakistan's and China's pressure. The US designation will hopefully make the process easier, though Pakistan and China will continue to oppose it. The Ministry of External Affairs has welcomed the US decision and noted that it reflects the cooperation between India and the US on counter-terrorism. Earlier this year, the US had extradited Tahawwur Rana who was part of the conspiracy behind the 2008 Mumbai the US may have sent a positive signal to India with its stance on TRF, its position is not without contradictions. It has not fully accepted India's position on the Pahalgam attack and Pakistan's role in promoting terrorism in the country. Washington has played host to Pakistan's army and air force chiefs in recent weeks and sought to equate Pakistan with India. .The US and most other countries have the tendency to look at terrorism through the prism of their national interest and geopolitical considerations. India will have to initiate stronger diplomatic efforts to make its case fully heard and accepted. It will also not go unnoticed that the terrorists behind the Pahalgam attack are yet to be arrested.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders: Rubio on expulsion of US residents linked to FTO
The Trump administration is moving to expel US legal permanent residents who have supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders tied to the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) Viv Ansanm, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. In a post on X, Rubio said, "The Trump Administration is enforcing U.S. immigration law to expel U.S. legal permanent residents who have supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders connected to Foreign Terrorist Organization, Viv Ansanm." on this in a press statement dated July 21, Rubio said, "I am pleased to announce the latest U.S. actions against individuals whose presence and activities in our country have potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for the United States."The Department of State has determined that certain individuals with lawful permanent resident status in the United States collaborated with Haitian gang leaders affiliated with Viv Ansanm, a group designated as an FTO earlier this year. "Viv Ansanm is a driver of the violence and criminality in Haiti contributing to the island's instability. The United States will not allow individuals to enjoy the benefits of legal status in our country while they are facilitating the actions of violent organizations or supporting criminal terrorist organizations," Rubio the determination, the Department of Homeland Security is authorized to pursue removal proceedings under section 237(a)(4)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act."These new actions demonstrate the Trump Administration's firm commitment to protecting the American people, advancing our national security interests, and promoting regional security and stability," the Secretary added. The move underscores the administration's broader effort to crack down on individuals perceived as threats to U.S. security and foreign policy interests.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders: Rubio on expulsion of US residents linked to FTO
The Trump administration is moving to expel US legal permanent residents who have supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders tied to the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) Viv Ansanm , U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced. In a post on X, Rubio said, "The Trump Administration is enforcing U.S. immigration law to expel U.S. legal permanent residents who have supported and collaborated with Haitian gang leaders connected to Foreign Terrorist Organization, Viv Ansanm." Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Management Data Science Artificial Intelligence Operations Management MBA Finance Degree PGDM healthcare Digital Marketing MCA Technology Public Policy CXO Others Leadership others Design Thinking Data Science Data Analytics Cybersecurity Product Management Healthcare Project Management Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Elaborating on this in a press statement dated July 21, Rubio said, "I am pleased to announce the latest U.S. actions against individuals whose presence and activities in our country have potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for the United States." The Department of State has determined that certain individuals with lawful permanent resident status in the United States collaborated with Haitian gang leaders affiliated with Viv Ansanm, a group designated as an FTO earlier this year. Live Events "Viv Ansanm is a driver of the violence and criminality in Haiti contributing to the island's instability. The United States will not allow individuals to enjoy the benefits of legal status in our country while they are facilitating the actions of violent organizations or supporting criminal terrorist organizations," Rubio stated. Following the determination, the Department of Homeland Security is authorized to pursue removal proceedings under section 237(a)(4)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. "These new actions demonstrate the Trump Administration's firm commitment to protecting the American people, advancing our national security interests , and promoting regional security and stability," the Secretary added. The move underscores the administration's broader effort to crack down on individuals perceived as threats to U.S. security and foreign policy interests.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
US Moves To Deport Legal Residents For Alleged Ties To Haitian Terrorist Gang
Last Updated: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, citing national security and foreign policy concerns. The Trump administration is set to deport several US lawful permanent residents for allegedly supporting and collaborating with leaders of Viv Ansanm, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) fuelling violence and instability in Haiti. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision in a statement on Tuesday, citing national security and foreign policy concerns. 'I am pleased to announce the latest US actions against individuals whose presence and activities in our country have potentially serious adverse foreign policy consequences for the United States," said Secretary Rubio. The Department of State has determined that these individuals, despite holding lawful permanent resident status, have actively supported gang leaders tied to Viv Ansanm. The organisation is widely recognised for its role in escalating criminal violence and unrest in Haiti. 'Viv Ansanm is a driver of the violence and criminality in Haiti, contributing to the island's instability," Rubio added. 'The United States will not allow individuals to enjoy the benefits of legal status in our country while they are facilitating the actions of violent organisations or supporting criminal terrorist organisations." Following the State Department's determination, the Department of Homeland Security is authorised to initiate removal proceedings under Section 237(a)(4)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which allows deportation of non-citizens whose presence is deemed harmful to US foreign policy. 'These new actions demonstrate the Trump Administration's firm commitment to protecting the American people, advancing our national security interests, and promoting regional security and stability," Secretary Rubio concluded. This move underscores the administration's aggressive stance on national security and immigration enforcement, particularly in cases involving support for designated terrorist organisations. view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 07:01 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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First Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
'When you butcher civilians... you get justice': US House foreign affairs panel on TRF terror tag
The US House Committee on Foreign Affairs has welcomed the designation of The Resistance Front (TRF), a Pakistan-backed proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, as a global terrorist group, following its involvement in the recent Pahalgam terror attack. read more The US House Committee on Foreign Affairs has strongly backed the designation of The Resistance Front (TRF), a Pakistan-backed proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, as a global terrorist group, following its role in the recent deadly attack in Pahalgam, in which the group's terrorists killed 26 innocent people, mostly tourists. The committee said the move delivers a clear message saying, 'those responsible for the massacre of civilians will be held accountable'. Last week, the US officially labelled TRF as both a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'President Trump calls it like it is. The Resistance Front is a foreign terrorist organisation and deserves the designation,' the Committee, chaired by Representative Brian Mast, said in a post on X. 'When you butcher civilians, you don't get a pass—you get justice. It was a terrorist attack—simple and straightforward,' the panel said. The Committee also criticised The New York Times over its April 22 headline on the Pahalgam massacre, which described the attackers as 'militants.' Taking issue with the terminology, the Committee reposted the article with 'militants' crossed out and replaced by 'terrorists' in bold red letters, calling the NYT's language 'removed from reality.' Pakistan has long used groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed as part of its so-called policy of 'bleeding India with a thousand cuts,' since it cannot win a direct war against India. These groups are trained and funded by the Pakistani state. In recent years, to avoid international sanctions, groups like LeT have created proxy outfits such as TRF to carry out terror attacks inside India.
