The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested an American citizen who is seen internationally as a dangerous military trainer and ‘hit-man’. His name is Matthew VanDyke. It is being told that Matthew VanDyke runs an organization named ‘Son of Liberty International (SOIL), which is notorious for training extremist and militia groups around the world. Those who engage in extremist activities against America’s enemies or against governments that are not friendly to America.
What is the whole matter?
According to the information, Mathew had recently returned to India from Myanmar. There he gave training to the rebels fighting against the military rule in using weapons and especially drones. Along with him, 7 foreign nationals, including Ukrainian and American, had also reached India. Acting on the basis of intelligence input, the National Investigation Agency arrested Mathew from Kolkata Airport and his associates from Delhi and Lucknow Airport.
Why is Matthew VanDyke famous?
From conflict reporting to making war documentaries, Mathew was also known as a journalist. Matthew VanDyke’s name has appeared in many war zones before. He was involved in the rebellion against Colonel Gaddafi in Wahlibiya, was active in the Syrian conflict, and kept training against Russia in the Ukraine war. That means he has good experience of modern warfare and guerrilla techniques and this is the biggest reason for concern for India.
Why has the threat increased for India?
The biggest danger is related to Myanmar connection. Many rebel groups in Myanmar have links with militant organizations in the north-eastern states of India. In such a situation, if modern technology like drones reaches these organizations, then the risk of attacks in Manipur and surrounding areas may increase. Terrorist activities operating from across the border can become more dangerous.
