Alleged audio-video link between banned Awami Action Committee, extremist figure goes viral
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ISLAMABAD – The allegations of coordination between an extremist figure, a banned action committee, and foreign involvement have surfaced following the circulation of video and audio recordings on social media. The material reportedly features a man identified as Shahzad, described in the claims as being based in Afghanistan, speaking in a video and audio clip directed at members of a banned Joint Awami Action Committee. In the video, Shahzad is seen reading what appears to be a prepared statement, in which he allegedly refers to protest activities and suggests that such actions are a “right” of the group. He also makes remarks regarding future developments and their potential impact on the state. In a separate audio recording, Shahzad is allegedly heard in conversation with a representative of the banned committee, during which he is said to encourage mobilisation of supporters in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and express opposition to electoral processes. document.createElement('video'); https://pakobserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/WhatsApp-Video-2026-06-09-at-15.25.09.mp4 The audio further includes statements attributed to him about resisting elections and advocating for political and security-related changes in the region. The authenticity of the circulating video and audio clips has not been independently verified. No official response has been issued so far by relevant authorities regarding the alleged recordings or the claims being shared online. The matter has sparked discussion on social media, where differing viewpoints are being expressed about the origin and intent of the recordings, while no confirmed evidence has been made public to substantiate the allegations.