In a significant development, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has officially confirmed the death of Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi, a founding member of Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) and the deputy to Hafiz Saeed, the mastermind behind the ghastly 26/11 Mumbai attacks. Bhuttavi played a crucial role in orchestrating the attacks that claimed the lives of more than 150 people.
The UNSC, in a statement released on its official website, declared Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi as “Confirmed Deceased.” Bhuttavi died of a cardiac arrest in May 2023 in the Punjab province while under the custody of the Pakistan government, the UNSC added.
Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi not only held a prominent position within the notorious LeT but also served as the deputy to Hafiz Saeed, the mastermind behind the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The Mumbai attacks, carried out in November 2008, shocked the world as multiple locations in the city were targeted, resulting in over 150 fatalities and numerous injuries.
According to information provided by the UNSC, Bhuttavi had taken on the role of acting emir of Lashkar-e-Tayyiba/Jamaat-ud-Dawa (LeT/JuD) on at least two occasions when Saeed was detained.
The death of Hafiz Abdul Salam Bhuttavi marks a significant development in the global efforts to counter terrorism, particularly in dismantling key figures associated with organizations responsible for heinous acts of violence. The UNSC’s confirmation of Bhuttavi’s demise underscores the ongoing commitment to holding individuals accountable for their roles in terrorist activities.
The repercussions of Bhuttavi’s involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks continue to resonate, and his confirmed death serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the international community in combating terrorism and maintaining global security.
The UNSC has not provided further details regarding the circumstances of Bhuttavi’s death, and the global community will be closely monitoring any developments related to the aftermath of this confirmation.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.