The United States Central Command (Centcom) has expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its crucial role in the arrest of Mohammad Sharifullah, the prime suspect behind the 2021 Kabul Airport attack. This acknowledgment comes after former US President Donald Trump praised Pakistan for its cooperation in capturing the Daesh-Khorasan militant, underscoring the shared commitment between the two nations in combating terrorism.
Pakistan’s Role in the Arrest
Sharifullah, also known as Jafar, was arrested in Pakistan based on intelligence provided by the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
US Centcom Highlights Strong Counterterrorism Ties
Centcom, responsible for US military operations across the Middle East, Central Asia, and parts of South Asia, emphasized that Pakistan and the US have a common interest in defeating terrorism.
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Trump’s Statement on the Arrest
During an address to a joint session of Congress, former US President Donald Trump officially announced Sharifullah’s arrest, calling it a “huge day for the affected families.
Sharifullah’s Trial and Ongoing Investigations
Investigators are now looking into his connections with other Daesh-Khorasan networks and his involvement in training terrorist operatives worldwide.
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