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Assassination of Taliban Leader’s Aide Near Pak-Afghan Border
A close aide of Taliban supreme leader Mullah Habitullah Akhundzada and former bodyguard of another leader, Mullah Mansoor, was tragically assassinated in Pakistan by unknown assailants near the Pak-Afghan border on Saturday. The incident took place near the bustling city of Quetta, a major urban center located in the southwestern province of Balochistan.
Details of the Attack
The deceased, identified as Mohammad Omar Jan Akhundzada, was leading evening prayers at a mosque in Quetta when he was viciously attacked. The assailants, whose identities remain unknown, carried out the deadly shooting with precision, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
Background of the Deceased
Akhundzada hailed from Zabul province and held the esteemed position of chief at a seminary in Kandahar, a historic city known for its cultural significance and religious institutions. His untimely demise has left a void in both his community and the broader Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Call for Justice
Following the tragic incident, Afghan Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to urge local authorities to swiftly investigate and apprehend those responsible for the assassination. The demand for justice echoes throughout the region as the community seeks closure and accountability.
Impact of the Loss
The loss of a senior member has sent shockwaves within the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, where the deceased leader was reportedly targeted by the militant Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) in Pakistan. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing the region in the wake of recent geopolitical shifts.
Continued Violence in the Region
Since the withdrawal of United States-led foreign forces in August 2021, numerous central religious figures and associates of the Taliban have been targeted for assassination within Afghanistan, including in the capital, Kabul. The ISKP, a regional affiliate of the Islamic State and a fierce rival of the Taliban, has claimed responsibility for a significant number of these attacks, perpetuating a cycle of violence and instability.
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