Pakistani movement of Jihad | |
| Abbreviation | TJP |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2023 |
| Founder | Maulana Abdullah Yaghistani |
| Founded at | Pakistan |
| Type | Militant group |
| Purpose | Establish an Islamic system in Pakistan through armed jihad. |
| Headquarters | Pakistan |
| Methods | Attacks on security forces, military installations, Pakistani airforce and other targets in Pakistan. |
Emir | Maulana Abdullah Yaghistani |
| Affiliations | Pakistani Taliban |
Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan (TJP) is a jihadist group in Pakistan that has gained notoriety for its involvement in high-profile attacks on Pakistan's military. The group is believed to have been founded in February 2023 and has been linked to various acts of violence in different regions of Pakistan.[1][2][3]
The group largely is still unknown to many experts and analysts.
History
TJP was founded in February 2023, with Maulana Abdullah Yaghistani as its emir. The group publicly announced its establishment on social media platform X, citing the inspiration of "Sheikh-ul-Hind," a reference to Mahmud Hasan Deobandi. TJP stated that it aimed to establish an Islamic system in Pakistan through armed jihad.[1]
Activities
TJP has claimed responsibility for several attacks on security forces and installations in Pakistan. Notable incidents include an attack on the military camp of the Pakistani Frontier Corps in Balochistan, an assault on an under-construction college in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), and another attack in the town of Kabal, also in KPK.[1]
Attacks claimed by the group
- Bolan suicide bombing: In March, a suicide bomber on a motorcycle targeted a security vehicle in Quetta, Balochistan, resulting in the death of nine security personnel and the injury of 13 others.[4]
- 2023 Muslim Bagh attack: In May of this year, TJP launched an assault on a military compound in Balochistan's Muslim Bagh district, leading to the deaths of six militants and seven soldiers.[4]
- On July 12, a "dastardly attack" occurred at the Zhob garrison in Balochistan, where nine Pakistani army soldiers and five militants lost their lives in the ensuing clashes with security forces, with TJP claiming responsibility for the initial attack.[4]
- In a high-profile incident, TJP claimed responsibility for an attack on the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Training Air Base Mianwali. The attack, carried out by nine heavily armed militants, resulted in damage to three phased-out, non-operational aircraft. The PAF successfully eliminated all nine militants, preventing further damage to the airbase.[1][3]
Relation with TTP and other organizations
Although Tehreek-e-Jihad said it's a single Islamic organization, KP officials claims it is another name for Pakistani Taliban (TTP).[5]
During the 2023 Israel–Hamas war Tehreek-e-Jihad has showcased support for Hamas group.
Tehreek-e-Jihad has condemned Islamic State - Khorasan Province and the 2023 Khar bombing.[6]
Impact
TJP's activities, along with those of other militant groups, have contributed to a rising number of attacks on Pakistani security forces. The loss of security personnel reached an eight-year high in the first nine months of 2023, with significant casualties among both army and police personnel.[1]
In the third quarter of 2023 Pakistan had seen over 190 terrorist acts and at least 445 Pakistani armed forces got killed by groups such as Pakistani Taliban and Tehreek-e-Jihad.[7]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 Padmanabhan, Keshav (2023-11-04). "Who are Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan — militant group claiming responsibility for Mianwali air base attack". ThePrint. Archived from the original on 2023-11-04. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ↑ "Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan, The 'New Kid On The Block' Emerges As A Big Threat To China's CPEC: OPED". 2023-07-25. Archived from the original on 2023-07-25. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- 1 2 "Pakistan Airbase In Mianwali Under Attack By Tehreek-e-Jihad; Loud Explosions And Smoke..." 2023-11-04. Archived from the original on 2023-11-04. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- 1 2 3 "Tehreek-i-Jihad Pakistan, the Group Behind the Latest Attack on Air Force Base in Pakistan Explained". News18. 2023-11-05. Retrieved 2023-11-06.
- ↑ Report, Bureau (2023-08-10). "KP CTD denies existence of Tehreek-i-Jihad, claims it is another name for TTP". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2023-11-06.
- ↑ Abd, Sayyed. "Tehreek-e-Jihad condemns Bajaur bombing".
- ↑ "Who is Tehreek-e-Jihad".