In a surprising announcement, the Pakistan-based terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) has officially confirmed the death of one of its members, Abdul Aziz Esar. The group expressed shock over Esar’s passing in a poster released recently.

According to the statement, Esar had recently visited Gilgit-Baltistan, though the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear. Prayers for the deceased were held in his native village of Noor Ashrafwala, and his burial is set to take place in Bahawalpur, where JeM maintains its headquarters.

The announcement has raised questions about the internal dynamics of the group and the potential implications of Esar’s death on its operations. Further details about the cause of his death or his role within JeM have not been disclosed.