U.S. Supreme Court Approves Extradition of 26/11 Convict Tahawwur Rana to India

The U.S. Supreme Court has given its nod for the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a key figure linked to the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. The move is seen as a significant step toward delivering justice for the 166 lives lost in the 2008 tragedy.
Rana is a Canadian-American businessman who is accused of helping Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives, including David Coleman Headley, in providing logistical support. Headley had done extensive reconnaissance of the targets in Mumbai before the attacks.

Legal Journey

Extradition comes after years of legal proceedings as Indian authorities present compelling evidence of Rana’s involvement in facilitating the attacks.

What’s Next?

• Extradition Process: Indian officials are to finalize the procedures of bringing Rana into custody.
• Trial in India: Rana is also to face legal trials under Indian anti-terror laws for planning and facilitating the attacks.

This extradition is a critical victory for India as it brings success in the fight against terrorism and reinforces international cooperation in the fight against global terror networks.

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