Islamabad: A senior commander of the Pakistan-based militant outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed, identified as Salman Azhar, has died after reportedly being hit by an unidentified vehicle, in what is being described as the latest in a series of mysterious attacks targeting extremist figures in Pakistan.

According to local reports, the incident occurred in Bahawalpur, where Azhar was struck by a speeding unknown vehicle, leading to his death on the spot. Authorities have yet to confirm whether the incident was accidental or a targeted killing, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the case.

Jaish-e-Mohammed, a UN-designated terrorist organisation, has long been associated with major attacks in the region. Azhar was believed to be closely linked to the group’s leadership and played a key operational role, making his sudden death significant.

His death comes amid a broader pattern of unexplained killings of militant figures in Pakistan in recent months. Security observers note that several such incidents — often involving unknown attackers or unclear circumstances point to growing instability within militant networks.

Analysts suggest multiple possible explanations, including internal rivalries, covert operations, or targeted eliminations. However, the lack of official transparency has made it difficult to determine the exact cause behind these recurring incidents.

The incident underscores the murky security landscape in Pakistan, where overlapping militant networks, factional rivalries, and covert actions often lead to unexplained killings, raising persistent questions about control and accountability.

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