A senior figure of Jaish-e-Mohammed, Mohammad Tahir Anwar, has died in Pakistan under unclear circumstances, according to media reports. Anwar was the brother of Masood Azhar, the founder of the militant group.

Death Confirmed, Cause Remains Unknown

Anwar had long been associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed and played a role in its activities over the years. The group confirmed his death through its official communication channels. It also announced that his funeral would be held late Monday night at a mosque in Bahawalpur.

However, authorities have not released any official statement explaining the cause of his death. Reports suggest there was no mention of illness or any specific incident, leaving the situation surrounded by uncertainty.

Jaish’s History of Attacks in India

Jaish-e-Mohammed has been linked to several major terror attacks in India. These include the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, the 2016 Pathankot airbase attack, the 2016 Uri attack, and the 2019 Pulwama attack.

Indian Strikes Target Jaish Bases

Indian forces have previously launched strikes on Jaish facilities located in Pakistan. One of the key targets was the group’s headquarters in Bahawalpur, where several relatives of Masood Azhar were reportedly killed.

During Operation Sindoor, Indian forces carried out strikes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. These operations reportedly destroyed multiple terror hubs across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Jaish’s Bahawalpur complex, Jamia Masjid Subhan Allah, suffered heavy damage. Around 10 members of Azhar’s extended family, including his sister and her husband, were among those killed. Several close aides of the Jaish chief also died in the strike.

Global Terror Designation and Pakistan Links

Jaish-e-Mohammed is widely recognised as a terrorist organisation by the United Nations, the United States, the United Kingdom, and India.

India has repeatedly stated that the group operates from Pakistani territory with support or tolerance from elements within the security establishment. It has also pointed to alleged links between the group and Inter-Services Intelligence.

Pakistan has often faced accusations of supporting militant groups and using them as part of its strategy against India, though such claims remain a subject of international debate.