Tahawoor Rana, a key suspect in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has filed a petition with the US Supreme Court in a last-ditch effort to prevent his extradition to India. Rana, currently serving his sentence in a Los Angeles jail, argues that he faces a credible threat of torture if handed over to Indian authorities. In his petition, Rana claims that he would be subjected to inhumane treatment if extradited. He further cited the 2023 Human Rights Report, alleging that the Indian government practices discrimination against minorities, potentially increasing his risk of mistreatment. Rana is seeking a stay on the extradition order, pending a full review of his case by the Supreme Court. The decision to extradite Rana was initially approved during the Trump administration, with former President Trump reportedly giving his consent to hand him over to India. The case has been a long-standing point of contention, with Indian authorities seeking to bring Rana to justice for his alleged involvement in the devastating attacks that claimed the lives of over 160 people. The US Supreme Court is now tasked with deciding whether to hear Rana’s appeal. Their decision will have significant implications for the ongoing pursuit of justice for the victims of the Mumbai terror attacks and will undoubtedly be closely watched by both India and the United States. The Justice Department has yet to release a statement but is expected to strongly oppose Rana’s petition.
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