India’s Surgical Strikes in Myanmar

On 9th June, 2015 India carried out its first surgical strike in Myanmar, this was the clear message by Indian Government to all militant group that in future Indian army will not hesitate to go beyond the boundaries to eliminate terrorism. As the pre-dawn cross-border operation appeared to signal a possible change in India’s counter-terrorism approach, the Government also said it has “zero tolerance” towards terror and terror organizations.

As per media reports, planning for the massive Indian Army operation against militants that saw surgical strikes inside Myanmar, began about five days ago. The Ministry of  External Affairs (MEA), Sushma Swaraj played a critical role in setting the stage for Tuesday’s cross-border strikes deep inside Myanmar by securing permission. The rare bold move was supervised at the highest political and security levels with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Defence Minister Manohar Parriokar and Army Chief General Dalbir Singh Suhag tracking the operation.

As per sources, the operation was guided by “specific and precise” intelligence input. The operation began at 3 a.m. on Tuesday 9th June, 2015 when the men were airdropped and the actual neutralization of the insurgent camps took about 45 minutes. The troops were inserted by ALH helicopters and provided aerial support by gunship helicopters of the Indian Air Force.

According to latest reports, it killed 22 to 50 militants when the special forces hit two militant camps. Several more were believed to have been injured in the strike. Elite commandos of the army in coordination with the air force went a few kilometres inside Myanmarese territory to destroy two camps of insurgents hiding there after their attacks in Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh last week by suspected Nationalist Socialist Council of  Nagaland (Khaplang) NSCN(K) and Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) outfits.

The Indian Army has carried out several small operations but Tuesday’s covert operation is clear declaration of India’s new-found readiness to pre-emptive action when it comes to dealing with terror threats.

5-Star Resort Opens For ISIS Supporters in Iraq

It is said that the grand opening of the hotel more bombs were busted instead of fire crackers. Recently, Islamic State (IS, formerly Islamic State of Iraq and Syria {ISIS}) had opened a luxury hotel to give its jihadists a bit of rest and relaxation (R&R). The Ninawa International Hotel in Mosul used to be one of the most luxurious hotel in Iraq, catering to foreign guests and local dignitaries. It is the first 5-star hotel for Islamic State jihadists.

According to reports, it includes a swimming pool and tennis court but has no bar counter in it. Whereas, its 262 rooms will only be used by extremist terror group. There is also a gymnasium for those who want to keep their body fit. According to sources, the hotel’s bar and ballroom have undergone massive changes. Coca Cola has replaced champagne and there’s plenty of water, but no wine. All alcohol is strictly forbidden.

As per media reports, the group appears to profit mainly from smuggling oil out of wells and refineries in occupied territories — though reports of indirect funding from Gulf states, along with taxes, tolls, and outright extortion from residents in ISIS-controlled areas, serve to supplement its income. Around $400-a-month fighter gets salary as per reports.

I guess the reason behind Islamic State (IS, formerly Islamic State of  Iraq and Syria {ISIS}) opened a luxury hotel was to give its jihadists more fun and chilling environment. The soldier with more honor killing might win spa services or may given special dinner party.

“If this happens to be ISIS’s marketing strategy to lure fresh recruits, it sure in an interesting one.”