Who Is Jaish-e-mohammed Chief Masood Azhar?

May 08, 2025 Sumaya Rathour

Masood Azhar is Jaish-e-Mohammed chief, behind multiple deadly terror attacks.

Born in 1968, he joined jihadist groups during the Soviet-Afghan war.

Captured in 1994, Azhar was jailed in India for terrorist activities.

Released after 1999 IC-814 hijacking, escorted to Kandahar by Indian officials.

Founded Jaish-e-Mohammed, linked to Parliament, Pathankot, and Pulwama terror attacks.

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