US Confirms Extradition of 26/11 Accused Tahawwur Rana to India

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In a significant development, US President Donald Trump announced the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian citizen accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, during a joint press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on February 14, 2025. "Tahawwur Rana will be going back to India, where he will face justice," Trump stated, emphasizing the commitment of the US to cooperate with India in counterterrorism efforts.

Rana, convicted in the US for supporting the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba, is wanted in India for allegedly facilitating attacks that claimed over 174 lives. The extradition has been a long-standing demand from India. Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude for the decision, affirming that Indian courts would hold Rana accountable.

During their talks, Modi and Trump also discussed various topics, including defense deals, the conflict in Ukraine, and efforts to combat illegal immigration. The leaders reiterated a strong stance against radicalism, with Modi stating that solid action is necessary to tackle terrorism originating from neighboring countries.

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