Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a UN-designated terrorist group, is establishing a new training and operational facility in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. This move comes after the destruction of its previous base during Operation Sindoor, as the group seeks to evade Indian military strikes. The new facility, named Markaz Jihad-e-Aqsa, is located in Lower Dir district, approximately 47 km from the Afghan border. Construction began in July 2025, shortly after the Indian Army targeted the Markaz Ahle Hadith facility in May 2025.

The new camp spans over 4,600 square feet and is situated near the recently built Jamia Ahle Sunnah mosque, indicating a strategy of using religious institutions to conceal militant activities. Intelligence reports indicate that the facility will be led by Nasr Javed, who has a history linked to the 2006 Hyderabad blasts in India. Muhammad Yasin, also known as Bilal Bhai, will oversee doctrinal training, while Anasullah Khan will handle operational weapon training.

This development occurs amid a backdrop of shifting diplomatic relations between Pakistan and the United States, with recent high-level meetings suggesting a warming of ties. The construction of the LeT facility raises concerns for India, as it indicates a resurgence of cross-border threats from deeper within Pakistani territory. The proximity of LeT's new camp to those of other terror groups like Hizbul Mujahideen and Jaish-e-Muhammed, just 4 km apart, suggests potential collaboration in operations.

Indian military officials are closely monitoring the situation, asserting their capability to respond to threats, regardless of distance. The ongoing construction of the Markaz Jihad-e-Aqsa camp is expected to be completed by December 2025, prompting India to reassess its security strategies in light of these developments.