Wali-ur-Rehman

Pakistani military commander

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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