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Description
Associated with the Deobandi Islamic tradition, a Sunni extremist
faction of the Muslim faith. The group is associated with no less
then two other former Aftghan fighter terrorist groups (Jarakat
ul-Mujahidin (HUM) and Harakat ul-Jihad-I-Islmami (HUJI)), as well as
links to terrorists operating in the Kashmir region of Pakistan/India
Activities
Because of its ties with two other Pakistani-Sunni terrorist groups,
the groups individual activities are masked.
Strength
Unknown.
Location/Area of Operation
Thought to be based in Rawlipindi, Pakistan, but members conduct
insurgent and terrorist activities primarily in Kashmir. Since many of
its members are former Afghan Mujadeen fighters or relatives of those
fighters, the group may be spread out in various parts of
Pakistan. Initially found operating in
Kashmir region, it is believed their recruting efforts have
expanded to Pakistani Muslims worldwide.
External Aid
Association with the Deobandia Isamlic schools (Madrasah) may provide a
funding path vai the Muslim tradition of tithing. Also, many of
the members relatives have populated Muslim communities worldwide, and
those families may be providing funds via overseas transfers or
personal visits.