By Claims by Israel, India, and Afghanistan linking Pakistan to the recent terrorist attack in Sydney have been debunked. The attack, which occurred on the Sydney coast, resulted in the deaths of 15 people and injuries to around 40 others, including two police officers.
Details of the Sydney Terror Attack
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One attacker was killed by police.
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Another attacker was arrested while injured.
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Explosive materials were recovered from a nearby vehicle.
Authorities confirmed that there is no credible evidence connecting Pakistan to the attackers.
Media and Social Media Propaganda
Following the attack, several Israeli and Indian media outlets attempted to falsely link the terrorists to Pakistan, spreading misleading information.
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Jerusalem Post labeled the attackers as Pakistanis without verifying facts.
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Social media channels associated with India’s RAW intelligence agency also circulated toxic narratives, echoing previous patterns, including the Pahalgam false-flag controversy.
Clarifying the Identities of the Suspects
Official Pakistani records confirm that there is no evidence that the suspects, Sajid Akram and Naveed Akram, hold Pakistani nationality. Pakistani authorities in Australia also reiterated that their nationality is not linked to Pakistan.
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Sajid Akram arrived in Australia in 1998 on a student visa.
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His visa later converted to a partner visa in 2001 after marrying Australian citizen Warina.
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Australian Home Minister Tony Burke confirmed these details officially.
Background and Motive
Investigations reveal that:
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Sajid Akram has been an active member of an Australian gun club for over 10 years, with six licensed firearms recovered.
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His ancestral roots trace back to Afghanistan’s Nangarhar province.
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The shooting method bears similarity to attacks typically executed by the Afghan Taliban, indicating the global nature of terrorism, rather than links to Pakistan.
Global Terrorism: A Shared Challenge
Officials emphasize that terrorism is a global security issue, and Afghanistan remains a notable hub for extremist activities. Attempts to misrepresent the Sydney attack as Pakistan-linked have been fact-checked and disproven, highlighting the importance of verifying information before dissemination.
