First Kathua and now Ganderbal. American assault rifle M4 Carbine was found on terrorists’ possession. The rifle was found with the terrorists who were killed in the Doda encounter earlier on June 26, 2024. The question is, where do terrorists who have been using AK series or similar rifles suddenly get these guns?
The M4 carbine is one of the most reliable assault rifles in the world. Over 38 years, more than 500,000 M4 carbines have been produced. Its magazine capacity is 30 rounds and its weight is 3.52 kg. This rifle was manufactured for the U.S. Army and is used in close combat. It was the first weapon of the American infantry.
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First let us understand its features…
When the rear of the rifle (stock) is open, its length is approximately 33 inches. Four inches shorter when closed. Its barrel length is 14.5 inches. It uses 5.56x45mm NATO-grade bullets. The gun can fire 700 to 970 rounds per minute. It depends on the person driving it.
The bullet travels to the target at a velocity of 2986 feet per second. This means the enemy has no chance to escape. There is no problem of missing the target within a range of 600 meters, but the range can reach 3,600 meters. It comes with a 30-round Stenag magazine. You can also set up multiple types of sites.
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How many M4 carbines does the terrorist organization have?
It’s hard to say how many M4 carbines terrorists have around the world. Because this information is not public anywhere. It is estimated that terrorists around the world possess approximately 10,000 or more M4 carbines. In addition, there are other dangerous assault rifles, machine guns, etc.
But the most popular and popular assault rifle is the AK-47. Or locally made weapons. It is extremely worrying that such weapons fall into the hands of terrorists. Because this poses a threat to global security.
Where are terrorists using it?
1.Iraq-Syria… During the Iraq War and the Syrian Civil War, thousands of M4 carbines were either looted or looted. Or it was stolen. The terrorist group stole them from the warehouses of American and Iraqi soldiers. Thousands of assault rifles arrive at Islamic State and Al Qaeda.
2. Afghanistan… The Taliban and other terrorist groups mobilize the M4 carbine in different ways. This includes kidnappings, killings of U.S. and Afghan army soldiers, and more.
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3.Yemen… The M4 carbine was used by Houthi rebels during the war between the Yemeni government and Saudi-led forces. Where it comes from has not yet been revealed.
4.Africa… Terrorist groups such as Al-Shabaab and Boko Haram also use the assault rifles in attacks.
Why do terrorists like this American rifle?
1. Business spread all over the world… The M4 carbine is used in many countries around the world. It is used by the military, police and paramilitary forces of many countries. Therefore, it is easily available on the black market.
2. Reliable and durable… This assault rifle is considered as reliable and durable as the AK-47.
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3. Move easily… The M4 Carbine is very simple to operate and activate. It does not require much military training to operate it. This can be learned by reading the manual or watching YouTube.
4. Firepower… This assault rifle can fire a variety of ammunition. A grenade launcher is also installed inside. Can be used for a variety of tactical missions.
5. Respect issues… The use of M4 carbines shows that terrorists have penetrated even Western countries’ weapons stockpiles. They used weapons to humiliate them. We also tell the enemy that we have lethal weapons and be safe.
6. Training and operation… U.S.-backed forces initially conducted weapons training against many terrorist groups. Therefore, terrorists do not have to put much effort into training or operating it.
7. Smuggling and illegal trade… Terrorist groups exploit weak borders and corrupt networks to buy and sell such weapons. Or capture them. Also included is the M4 Carbine.
