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LeT Founding Member Hafiz Abdul Salam Dead, Confirms UN

Notably, Hafiz Saeed, also a UN-proscribed terrorist, faces extradition requests from the Indian government.

LeT Founder Hafiz Abdul Salam Dead: United Nations
LeT Founder Hafiz Abdul Salam Dead: United Nations

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) officially declared the demise of Lashkar-e-Taiba‘s founding member, Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi, who served as the deputy to Hafiz Saeed. The announcement came on Thursday, shedding light on Bhuttavi’s significant role in the 2008 Mumbai attacks and his passing in May 2023.

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Key Culprits in 26/11 Attacks

Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi played a crucial role in the infamous 26/11 Mumbai attacks orchestrated by LeT. The four-day terror spree resulted in the loss of 166 lives and left 300 injured. Notably, Hafiz Saeed, also a UN-proscribed terrorist, faces extradition requests from the Indian government.

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Confirmation of Death

UNSC Statement

According to the UNSC, Bhuttavi, aged 77, succumbed to cardiac arrest on May 29, 2023, while under the custody of the Pakistani government. The UN’s press note, available on its official website, provided details on Bhuttavi’s demise and his connection to LeT’s activities.

Interim Leadership During Detention

UNSC Insight:

Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi assumed leadership responsibilities during the period when Hafiz Saeed was detained following the Mumbai terror attacks. Saeed was released in June 2009 but is currently serving a 78-year imprisonment sentence in Pakistan for his role in the attacks.

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LeT Base Establishment in Lahore

Operational Role

The UNSC revealed that Bhuttavi, in mid-2002, played a pivotal role in establishing a LeT organizational base in Lahore, Pakistan. Additionally, he was listed on March 14, 2023, as associated with Al-Qaida for supporting Lashkar-e-Taiba’s activities.

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Timeline of Documentation

UNSC Records

The narrative summary about Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi was made available on the Committee’s website on March 14, 2012, and was subsequently updated on December 19, 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of his involvement and activities.

As the UN confirms Bhuttavi’s demise, the revelations bring attention to the complex web of terror networks and the ongoing efforts to address the individuals responsible for heinous acts such as the 26/11 attacks.

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Saurav Gupta


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