Unknown assailants strike again, targeting high-profile terrorists. Is there more to these covert operations?

In recent months, Pakistan has become a stage for a series of mysterious assassinations that have sent shockwaves through anti-India groups. The latest victim, Dawood Malik, closely associated with Maulana Masood Azhar, follows a troubling pattern, marking the second such event in October after the killing of Shahid Latif, the mastermind behind the 2016 Pathankot attack.

These covert operations, executed by unknown gunmen, have ignited speculation, with Pakistani security agencies hinting at the potential involvement of external agnecies. The list of victims includes prominent figures such as Ziaur Rehman of LeT, Sukhdool Singh – a Khalistani terrorist in Canada, Abu Qasim Kashmiri – orchestrator of the Dhangri attack, and Sardar Hussain Arain – an LeT operative responsible for JuD’s madrassa network, among others.

The circumstances and perpetrators behind these mysterious assassinations remain unclear, raising concerns about safety and security in the region. Ongoing investigations are vital to unravel the truth behind these clandestine operations. Some of them are:

Bashir Ahmad Peer (20 February): a top commander of Hizbul Mujahideen, was shot dead in Rawalpindi. His role as the “launching chief” of Hizbul in Pakistan involved recruiting and sending infiltrators with arms and ammunition into the Kashmir valley.

Syed Noor Shalobar (4 March):Believed to be an ISKP commander, Shalobar was reportedly involved in recruiting terrorists for launching attacks in the Kashmir valley. His assassination raised questions about links with the Pakistan Army and ISI.

The frequency and consistency of these targeted killings raise eyebrows, prompting speculation about the motives and actors behind the scenes. The Sidhudesh Revolutionary Army (SRA) claimed responsibility for one attack, while others remain shrouded in mystery.

Recent additions to this perplexing series include notable figures like Lakhbir Singh Rode, Adnan Ahmed, Maulana Raheem Ullah Tariq, and more. Each case echoes the familiar narrative of unidentified gunmen on motorcycles executing swift and deadly attacks.

Pakistani agencies have pointed fingers at external intelligence agencies , accusing of orchestrating these assassinations. The lack of identified culprits and the recurring pattern fuel suspicions and diplomatic tensions among the neighbors.

In the past one and a half months, six more terrorists, with links to the Pakistan Army, ISI, or Pakistan-backed terror groups, have been added to the list. The method remains consistent, and blame is cast on external forces.

The mystery surrounding these targeted killings in Pakistan raises numerous questions, demanding thorough investigation and transparency. The consistent modus operandi, allegations against external intelligence agencies, and the escalating body count contribute to a complex narrative that awaits unraveling. As tensions persist, the enigma of these covert operations continues to cast a shadow over regional stability.

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