Pakistan's Involvement in the 9/11 Terror Attacks Exposed
Pakistani national Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who designed the plot and recruited the pilots behind the 9/11 terror attacks, was arrested in Rawalpindi on March 1, 2003. The operation was a joint effort by the CIA and the Pakistani intelligence agency, the ISI. This revelation exposed Pakistan's role as a host for key terrorists and a crucial ally in the US-led "War on Terror." The mastermind of the plot was later charged with conspiracy in relation to the 9/11 attacks, highlighting Pakistan's involvement in the terrorist activities.
Key Takeaways:
- Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, a Pakistani national, was the mastermind behind the 9/11 terror attacks.
- He was captured in Rawalpindi on March 1, 2003, alongside Mustafa al-Hawsawi, Ahmed Abdul Qadoos, and an unidentified Saudi national, in a joint operation by the CIA and the ISI.
- The funds for the 9/11 terror attacks were funneled through Pakistan.
- The powerful Pakistani intelligence agency, the ISI, was aware of the plotters' activities in Pakistan and the roles of others involved in the plot.
- Pakistan supported terrorist groups for decades, a fact acknowledged by the present Defence Minister, Khwaja Muhammad Asif.
- Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was personally charged with masterminding the entire operation of the 9/11 attacks.
- He was one of five detainees charged with conspiracy in relation to the 9/11 attacks.
Statistics:
- 9/11 terror attacks resulted in the loss of thousands of lives.
- The funds for the 9/11 terror attacks were funneled through Pakistan.
- Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was captured on March 1, 2003.
- Five detainees were charged with conspiracy in relation to the 9/11 attacks, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed.
Sources:
- The Rendition Project
- DNA (Daily News & Analysis) - Copyright 2010 Diligent Media Corporation Ltd.
- Contify.com