Sat Feb 15 08:02:48 UTC 2025: ## US Approves Extradition of 26/11 Mumbai Attack Conspirator to India

**Washington, D.C. – February 14, 2025** – In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, the United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India. The announcement was made jointly by U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a press conference on Thursday.

Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, is accused of playing a key role in the attacks, which killed hundreds of people. He is alleged to have been associated with David Coleman Headley, another key conspirator. Rana’s extradition was cleared by the U.S. Supreme Court in January after it rejected his appeal.

“Today I am pleased to announce that my administration has approved the extradition of one of the plotters and very evil people of the world, and having to do with the horrific Mumbai terrorist attack, to face justice in India,” President Trump stated. “So, he is going back to India to face justice.”

The Indian government has welcomed the decision, stating it has been working closely with U.S. authorities to secure Rana’s swift return. Rana is currently being held at a metropolitan detention center in Los Angeles. The 26/11 attacks involved a coordinated assault on multiple locations in Mumbai, including a railway station, two luxury hotels, and a Jewish center.

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