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A recent report released by the United States Congress has brought renewed attention to terrorism-related concerns linked to Pakistan. The report, issued on March 25 by the United States Congress, states that around 14 terrorist organizations are currently active on Pakistani soil. These include groups that operate against India such as Hizbul Mujahideen, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Lashkar-e-Taiba, along with globally recognized terror outfits like Al-Qaeda, Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS), and Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP).

The findings have once again sparked debate over the presence and activities of these organizations in the region.

ISKP and Global Terror Networks in the Region

According to the report, the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) alone is estimated to have between 4,000 and 6,000 operatives active across Pakistan and Afghanistan. The document also notes that members of Al-Qaeda continue to operate from Pakistani territory.

These revelations point to a broader and more complex terror ecosystem in the region, where multiple international and regional groups are believed to be functioning simultaneously.

Claims vs Reality: Pakistan’s Position Questioned

The report also challenges Pakistan’s repeated claims that groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed no longer exist within its borders or have been fully banned. According to the Pakistan has maintained in recent years that these organizations have been dismantled.

However, the US Congress report states otherwise, claiming that over 1,000 India-focused operatives of Lashkar-e-Taiba are still present in Pakistan. It further notes that more than 500 individuals linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed have been trained or associated with activities inside the country.

These findings directly contradict official statements and raise fresh questions about enforcement actions taken against banned groups.

Terror Networks Operating Since the 1970s

The report also highlights the historical dimension of the issue, stating that Pakistan’s involvement with militant networks dates back to the 1970s. It claims that since then, various groups have been developed, trained, and reportedly sent across borders to carry out attacks in India.

Despite repeated international scrutiny, Pakistan has consistently denied such allegations and maintained that it does not support or shelter terrorist organizations.

Case Study: Militants Killed in Jammu and Kashmir

The report’s findings are also being discussed alongside recent incidents. On February 22, Indian security forces eliminated three militants in Kishtwar linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed. The individuals identified were Atiq ur Rehman (also known as Abdul Mateen alias Saifullah), Chaudhry Matbir Hussain (alias Furqan), and Abdul Ghani (alias Huraira).

All three were identified as Pakistani nationals. However, on February 26, Pakistan’s foreign ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi stated that the deceased were Indian citizens and referred to them as freedom fighters, while denying any link with Pakistan.

Identity Documents Contradict Official Claims

One of the militants, Saifullah (Atiq ur Rehman), was reportedly from Abbottabad in Pakistan. He was issued a Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) by Pakistan on October 29, 2022, with the number 13101-9237685-1. The CNIC is typically issued only to Pakistani citizens.

Further documentation, including a family registration certificate, indicates that his immediate family, comprising parents and siblings, continues to reside in Abbottabad and are registered Pakistani citizens.

Despite this, Pakistan’s foreign ministry had publicly denied his nationality.

Similar Allegations in Other Cases

A similar controversy emerged after the Pahalgam attack case, where three militants, Bilal Afzal, Habib Tahir, and Hanan Zafar, were neutralized by Indian forces during Operation Mahadev. Pakistan had also denied their citizenship.

However, reports suggest that identity documents linked to these individuals indicated Pakistani origin, reinforcing claims made by Indian media outlets.