Key Takeaways
- Minister Tallal Chaudhry announced the arrest of a weapons dealer in a JAAC-linked network.
- The operation began after security forces were targeted in Kashmir Mor.
- Chaudhry cited evidence from the suspect's mobile phone in the arrest.
Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry announced the arrest of a weapons dealer as part of a network allegedly linked to the proscribed Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).
The operation, which began after security forces were targeted in Kashmir Mor, led to the arrest of Zia, described as a weapons dealer for the past eight to 10 years.
Chaudhry stated that Zia was directly supplying weapons to the closest members of JAAC for the past two years.
During the press conference, Chaudhry played an audio clip allegedly showing a conversation between Zia and Majid, discussing the supply of armed men and Dragunov rifles.
The minister cited information from Zia's mobile phone, which provided details of the network's activities, including the cost of weapons and ammunition used.
Chaudhry also highlighted the ongoing investigation into the JAAC, noting that many questions were raised about the ban on the group in Azad Jammu and Kashmir in June.
He mentioned the role of Afghanistan in terrorism and efforts to destabilise Pakistan, linking it to a broader terror-crime network.
The minister stated that this network facilitates illegal activities such as the smuggling of narcotics, vehicles, petroleum products, and the supply of weapons.
Chaudhry concluded by noting that about 200 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) are carried out daily, addressing the ongoing concerns and criticisms surrounding the operations.
For the past two years, he has been directly supplying weapons to the closest members of JAAC.
Tallal Chaudhry, Minister of State for Interior
Many of our critics continued to criticise these as well without knowing the facts.
Tallal Chaudhry, Minister of State for Interior
