Defense News -
Indian intelligence sources have categorically refuted the recent
circulating rumors claiming that fugitive terrorist Dawood Ibrahim was
poisoned in Pakistan. According to high-ranking officials within the
Indian intelligence network, these reports are fabricated and likely
disseminated by Pakistani authorities.
Contrary to the alleged
poisoning, sources state that Dawood Ibrahim is in good health and
continues to engage in routine activities. An official emphasized,
"Dawood is alive and healthy. Even I was shocked to see this fake news. I
met him multiple times yesterday." Reports from the upscale Clifton
area in Karachi, where Dawood is believed to be located, also indicate
no unusual activities.
The misinformation gained traction on
various social media platforms, where users claimed that Dawood Ibrahim
had been rushed to the hospital after being poisoned. Screenshots
purportedly from Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar
circulated, suggesting Dawood demise. However, investigations revealed
that the message and account were fraudulent.
The viral message
falsely stated, "The Messiah of humanity, dear to every Pakistani heart,
our beloved His Excellency Dawood Ibrahim passed away due to poisoning
by the unknown. He breathed his last in a hospital in Karachi. May Allah
grant him the highest position in Jannat. Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi
raji un."
Dawood Ibrahim, wanted for multiple terror activities
in India, including the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts, is based in Karachi,
and the United Nations Security Council announced a $25 million bounty
on him in 2003. He remains one of India most wanted individuals,
alongside figures like Hafiz Saeed, Maulana Masood Azhar, Syed
Salahuddin, and Abdul Rauf Asghar.
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