Terror Meet in PoK: Hamas Participation

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Hamas participated in a terror meeting in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
2. Top commanders of Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba were also present.
3. The meeting was held under the guise of Kashmir solidarity.
4. Hamas representative Dr. Khalid Al-Qadoumi also attended the meeting.
5. The event exposes Pakistan’s deep-rooted ties with terrorist organizations.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Top commanders of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), alongside senior Hamas representatives, were part of a gathering of terrorist leaders in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on Wednesday. This cements Pakistan’s deep-rooted ties with global terror outfits. Pakistan observes February 5 as Kashmir Solidarity Day, seen as a propaganda exercise to push its anti-India agenda. The PoK terror meeting raises significant concerns.

The event, titled “Kashmir Solidarity and Hamas Operation ‘Al Aqsa Flood’ Conference”, took place at Shaheed Sabir Stadium in Rawalakote. Among the key attendees were Talha Saif, brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, Jaish commanders Asghar Khan Kashmiri and Masood Ilyas, and top LeT leaders. The participation of Hamas is particularly alarming.

Dr. Khalid Al-Qadoumi, Hamas’s representative in Iran, also took part in the meeting, marking the first-ever visit of a Hamas leader to PoK. Several other Palestinian leaders linked to Hamas were also present. Al-Qadoumi also held a separate meeting with Maulana Fazlur Rehman, chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F). This exposes Pakistan’s support for terrorist activities.

The development exposes Pakistan’s role as a sponsor of terrorist activities. Both Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba have carried out multiple attacks on Indian soil, including the 2001 Parliament attack, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and the 2019 Pulwama bombing. The PoK terror meeting highlights the ongoing threat.

Their presence at an official event in PoK lays bare Pakistan’s continued sheltering and promotion of terrorism under the guise of “Kashmir solidarity”. Hamas’s attendance is a clear indication of expanding networks. It underscores Pakistan’s duplicity.

Hamas, a Palestinian terror outfit that was recently involved in a war with Israel, has largely kept its activities limited to the Middle East. However, its participation in a Pakistan-backed conference signals an expansion of its influence and growing links with Pakistan-based terror outfits. It also indicates Pakistan’s active involvement with global terrorist organisations to fuel unrest in the region. Pakistan’s involvement is undeniable.

Hamas leaders have previously spoken out about the alleged human rights abuses in Kashmir. Intelligence sources have previously warned of Hamas’s potential engagement with radical elements in South Asia. This PoK terror meeting warrants serious attention from international community.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

Hamas attends a terror meeting in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Top commanders of Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba were also present. The event exposes Pakistan’s deep-rooted ties with terrorist organizations. Hamas participation is concerning.

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