Thu May 08 12:29:43 UTC 2025: ## IC-814 Hijacking Mastermind Abdul Rauf Azhar Killed in Pakistan Operation
**ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN –** Abdul Rauf Azhar, the mastermind behind the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC-814, was killed in a Pakistani counter-terrorism operation codenamed “Sindoor,” officials confirmed today. Details surrounding the operation remain scarce, but sources indicate Azhar was targeted in a precise strike. His death marks a significant blow to militant groups and could ease long-standing tensions between India and Pakistan. The operation is being hailed as a major success in the fight against terrorism. However, independent verification of the claim is still pending, and further details are expected to be released in the coming days.
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