As the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, one of the key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, nears, Pakistan’s first official reaction has emerged, with the Pakistani Foreign Office distancing itself from the terrorist. In a statement, the Foreign Office claimed, "Tahawwur Rana has not renewed his Pakistani documents in the last two decades. His Canadian nationality is very clear."
This distancing comes amid growing concerns in Islamabad, as Rana’s known links to the Pakistan Army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) are an open secret. Authorities fear that Rana, who is set to be extradited from the US, may divulge critical details regarding Pakistan’s role in orchestrating the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.
Rana, a Pakistani-Canadian national, was convicted in the United States for his involvement in providing material support to the terrorist group responsible for the attacks that claimed over 174 lives. His extradition to India marks a significant step forward in the fight for justice for the victims of the horrific assault.
India TV sources confirmed that Rana would be lodged in a high-security ward in Tihar Jail upon his arrival in India. Necessary arrangements have been made to ensure his secure custody, and authorities are awaiting further instructions from the court.
