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Hafiz Saeed to Face Trial in India for 26/11 Attack

Mumbai attack mastermind to face trial, Pakistan jails him

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World Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 18 August 2026 at 12:10 pm
Hafiz Saeed to Face Trial in India for 26/11 Attack

Hafiz Saeed, the mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai terror attack, will face trial in India for his role in the 26/11 attack.

Saeed is currently jailed in Pakistan, but Indian authorities have decided to proceed with the trial in absentia.

The 26/11 attack, which occurred on November 26, 2008, was a coordinated terrorist attack that killed 166 people and injured over 300.

The attack was carried out by Lashkar-e-Taiba, a terrorist organization founded by Saeed.

Indian authorities have been seeking Saeed's extradition to face trial in India, but Pakistan has refused to comply.

The trial in absentia is a significant development in the case, as it allows Indian authorities to proceed with the prosecution of Saeed despite his absence.

The Indian government has been under pressure to bring the perpetrators of the 26/11 attack to justice, and the trial in absentia is seen as a step towards achieving this goal.

The 26/11 attack was a major turning point in India-Pakistan relations, with India accusing Pakistan of harboring terrorists and Pakistan denying any involvement.

The attack led to a significant deterioration in relations between the two countries, with India imposing economic sanctions and diplomatic isolation on Pakistan.

In recent years, there have been efforts to improve relations between the two countries, but the issue of terrorism remains a major sticking point.

The trial in absentia of Hafiz Saeed is a significant development in the 26/11 case, and it is seen as a major step towards bringing the perpetrators of the attack to justice.

It is also a reflection of the Indian government's commitment to pursuing those responsible for the attack, no matter how long it takes.

The outcome of the trial is uncertain, but it is clear that the Indian government is determined to see justice served in the 26/11 case.

Frequently asked questions

What is the significance of Hafiz Saeed's trial in India?

The trial is a significant development in the 26/11 case, as it allows Indian authorities to proceed with the prosecution of Saeed despite his absence.

Why is Hafiz Saeed being tried in absentia?

Saeed is being tried in absentia because he is currently jailed in Pakistan and Indian authorities have been unable to secure his extradition.

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