Pakistan, often seen as a victim of terrorism, faces scrutiny over the reconstruction of Jaish-e-Mohammed’s Bahawalpur base post an Indian military operation. The rebuilding raises concerns about Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts as the UN-designated terrorist group seemingly restores its headquarters openly. Recent satellite images reveal activity at the Jamia Subhan Allah compound, the long-standing hub of Masood Azhar’s Jaish-e-Mohammed.
The Italian political advisor, Sergio Restelli, highlighted that while the strike damaged the site during Operation Sindoor, it led to a visible reconstruction. This rebuilding reflects Pakistan’s historical approach of banning terrorist groups only to witness their resurgence. The situation in Bahawalpur should not only worry New Delhi but also global players like Washington, Jerusalem, and Europe.
Restelli emphasized that Jaish-e-Mohammed’s global jihadist connections make the Bahawalpur infrastructure a broader concern beyond regional boundaries. The fundraising activities of Pakistan-based terror groups post Operation Sindoor indicate a troubling trend of rebuilding under religious pretenses. The behavior suggests a network expecting time, resources, and political support to revive and perpetuate terror activities.
