TRF Linked to Pakistan-Based Lashkar-e-Taiba: Security Forces

Quick Summary

• The Resistance Front (TRF) has been designated a global terrorist association by the U.S., acknowledging its links to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
• TRF was created post-abrogation of Article 370, allegedly to evade international sanctions against pakistan.
• Major attacks attributed to TRF include:

– Pahalgam attack on April 22, 2025.
– Killing of nine hindu pilgrims in Reasi (June 9, 2024).
– Murders of migrant laborers and civilians in Ganderbal (October 20, 2024).

• Indian government designated TRF as a terrorist entity under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act in January 2023.
• Founded by Muhammad Abbas Sheikh (deceased) in October 2019; succeeded by Basit Ahmed Dar (‘Abu Kamran’), also killed in May 2024; now led by Sheikh Sajjad Gul.
• Gul is known for involvement in digital propaganda (“Kashmir Fight”), issuing threats to migrant Kashmiri Pandit employees, and orchestrating attacks on civilians and infrastructure projects as late-2024.
• the U.S. designation references TRF’s ties with LeT/Pakistan Army and India’s military response through ‘Operation Sindoor.’

Indian Opinion Analysis

The designation of The Resistance Front as a global terror outfit marks significant progress toward holding transnational actors accountable for violence originating from cross-border networks.By connecting TRF directly with Lashkar-e-Taiba and the Pakistani establishment-including claims about General Asim Munir’s involvement-the U.S.assessment strengthens India’s position regarding state-sponsored terrorism emanating from Pakistan.for India, this recognition supports ongoing regional security initiatives like ‘Operation Sindoor,’ aimed at eliminating terror hubs while reinforcing diplomatic narratives against external interference. Escalation beyond targeting security forces-especially civilian infrastructure-poses deeper risks that challenge long-term stabilization efforts within Jammu & Kashmir. Strengthening counter-narratives through digital de-platforming of entities like “Kashmir Fight” becomes essential to combat recruitment strategies fueling such organizations.

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