SOURCE: AFI
Abdul Basit, a retired Pakistani diplomat and former High Commissioner of Pakistan to India, recently made a bold statement regarding the assassination of Ismail Hanniyeh in Tehran. In a pointed remark, Basit suggested that India’s involvement in the assassination “cannot be ruled out,” insinuating a possible motive of returning favors to Israel.
Basit’s assertion hinges on the presence of undercover agents from India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) in Iran. He highlighted this connection by referencing Commander Kulbhushan Jadhav, an Indian national arrested in Iran and later sentenced to death in Pakistan on charges of espionage and terrorism. The mention of Jadhav underscores Basit’s concern about India’s covert operations in the region, particularly in Iran.
Basit’s comments reflect a broader geopolitical narrative where alliances and covert actions play critical roles. The suggestion of India’s involvement in Hanniyeh’s assassination, allegedly to favor Israel, adds a layer of complexity to the already tense relations between India and Pakistan, as well as their respective positions in Middle Eastern politics.
As the investigation into Ismail Hanniyeh’s assassination continues, the international community will be watching closely. The interplay between different nations’ intelligence agencies and their geopolitical strategies will undoubtedly shape the narrative and potential outcomes of this high-profile case.