Wali-ur-Rehman
Pakistani military commander
Born
1970
55 years ago
Died
May 29th, 2013
12 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Pakistan
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Served as a senior commander of the Pakistani Taliban. Played a crucial role in the organization and was influential in coordinating military operations against the Pakistani government. Led strategies that involved significant attacks on military and civilian targets. Held leadership during a period of increased insurgency in the region until death in a drone strike.
Commanding operations against the Pakistani government
Leading the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan
Involvement in strategic insurgency efforts
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