ISLAMABAD: The participation of armed elements linked to the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorist group in the sit-in organised by the banned Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) in Rawalakot has exposed the nexus between the banned TTP and JAAC groups, raising fears of a plot to incite violence, create unrest and destabilise the region.
According to reports, armed elements associated with the banned TTP terrorist group have joined protesters moving towards Rawalakot. The objective of the terrorist elements’ infiltration is to provoke clashes with law enforcement agencies, create casualties and launch a campaign to discredit Pakistan and its state institutions internationally, security analysts said.
A viral video circulating on social media showed Saifullah Kashmiri, the son of TTP commander Dr Rauf Kashmiri, alongside Umar Nazir, the core leader of the banned JAAC, participating in the Joint Action Committee’s protest. The viral footage is evidence of links between TTP elements and the banned JAAC leaders.
𝐉𝐀𝐀𝐂 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓: 𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐓𝐏 𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐊𝐎𝐓 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘
Field intelligence reveals that armed militant networks have joined the ranks with JAAC protestors as they attempt to enter Rawalakot city. Key… pic.twitter.com/1i00EgvfUl
— Taymur Malik (@BlueMist911) July 27, 2026
Security analysts said that the presence of armed TTP-linked terrorists in the JAAC protest is an attempt to exploit the demonstration for violent purposes.
According to the analysts, the involvement of Saifullah Kashmiri and individuals associated with the Rauf Kashmiri group points to an organised effort by TTP-linked elements to infiltrate the JAAC sit-in.
Security analysts said that the objective of the banned TTP-linked elements is to turn the protest into a violent confrontation by provoking clashes with police and security personnel.
Shocking reports of banned TTP elements infiltrating the JAAC sit-in in Rawalakot reveal a dangerous nexus aimed at instigating violence and instability. Using public protests as a cover for anti-state agendas must be condemned and stopped.#Rawalakot #SecurityFirst #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/6eaFFU8BW0
— Tayyab Gondal Official (@TayybGondal) July 27, 2026
They said that the alleged plan seeks to create civilian casualties and disorder that could subsequently be used to spread anti-state narratives and undermine Pakistan’s institutions through coordinated propaganda campaigns.
According to the analysts, the disruptive activities are aimed at creating instability and disturbing peace in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Analysts said the presence of TTP-linked elements validates the government’s decision to designate the Joint Awami Action Committee as a banned organisation.
They said that the objectives of the banned terrorist groups and the banned Joint Action Committee were aligned in seeking to create unrest and weaken national stability.
Analysts urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid participating in activities that could be exploited by terrorist groups. They stressed the importance of maintaining law and order and preserving peace and national unity.
