JeM chief Masood Azhar designated as global terrorist

In a major diplomatic victory for India, Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar was listed as a designated terrorist by the UN Security Council 1267 Committee on 1st May 2019 after China lifted its block on the move. The move will lead to sanctions on Azhar’s travel and his ability to secure finance for his group. Significantly, ..

Topics: Al-Qaeda • Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee • Counter-terrorism • Jaish-E-Mohammed • Masood Azhar • Paramilitary organizations • Pulwama attack • Taliban • Terrorism