India Captures Notorious Pakistani Terrorist in Saudi Arabia
In a significant operation, India has captured Umer Haris, a Pakistani terrorist, in Saudi Arabia. Known by the codename 'Rabbit', Haris had been evading capture for years while living under a false identity. His arrest coincided with India's National Security Advisor's visit to Saudi Arabia, showcasing effective international collaboration against terrorism. This article delves into the details of his capture, his background, and the implications of this operation for regional security.
| Apr 20, 2026, 21:29 IST
Capture of a Dangerous Terrorist
Recently, an unidentified assailant in Pakistan shot dead a terrorist named Amir Hamza. Meanwhile, India has successfully apprehended a Pakistani terrorist hiding 3,500 kilometers away. This individual, known by the codename 'Rabbit', had been living discreetly in densely populated areas of Kashmir, aided by local supporters. His ability to swiftly change locations allowed him to evade security forces, hence the nickname. Ultimately, India managed to capture this dangerous terrorist in a Muslim country.
Details of the Arrest
This terrorist was apprehended in Saudi Arabia. Notably, the announcement of his capture coincided with the visit of India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to Saudi Arabia. The terrorist, known as Umer Haris, hails from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan and is affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba. Years ago, he crossed the border into Kashmir and resided in areas like Bandipora and Srinagar. He even married the daughter of a local overground worker in Jaipur. An overground worker is essentially a traitor who lives as a regular citizen but works for Pakistan under the cover of darkness, providing support to terrorists.
Escape and Capture
When pressure mounted on Umer Haris in Kashmir, he managed to flee to Indonesia, where he obtained a fake Indian passport, posing as a citizen of Rajasthan. He then settled in Saudi Arabia under this false identity. Recently, Indian security forces uncovered a network of Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives in Kashmir, leading to the arrest of two Pakistani terrorists and three Kashmiris who were aiding them. During this operation, the location of Umer Haris was discovered, prompting Indian agencies to reach out to Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia's Swift Action
Saudi Arabia acted promptly on India's intelligence, resulting in the capture of Umer Haris. This information was made public during NSA Ajit Doval's visit to the country. Interestingly, Saudi Arabia proceeded with the arrest despite knowing that Umer Haris was a Pakistani national.
