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Syed Salahuddin

Syed Salahuddin is a prominent political and militant leader from Kashmir, known for his role in the separatist movement advocating for Kashmir's independence from India. He is the head of Hizbul Mujahideen, a group that seeks to establish an Islamic state in the region. Born in 1946, he transitioned from a political career to militancy during the 1980s, particularly after the rise of armed conflict in Kashmir. He has been vocal about his support for the Kashmiri cause and has received varying degrees of support from Pakistan, making him a key figure in the ongoing Kashmir conflict.