Salman Shah: A shrewed under-cover officer in Pakistan's Intelligence Operations in Kabul Salman Shah, a 37-year-old operative from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, is a shadowy figure in the Pakistani Embassy's intelligence operations in Kabul. As a shrewd officer of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Shah has spent seven years mastering Afghan affairs, making him a vital asset for Pakistan's covert activities in the country. His background in Pakistan's northwest KP has equipped him with fluency in Urdu, English, Pashto, and Dari, allowing him to blend seamlessly into Afghanistan's diverse cultural landscape. This linguistic prowess has been instrumental in his undercover work, where he often poses as a businessman to gather intelligence. Salman Shah's operational role is largely discreet. He frequently moves through key Kabul neighborhoods such as Shahr-e Naw, Karte Char, and Wazir Akbar Khan, using his knowledge of both urban and rural Afghanistan to accomplish intelligence missions and sometimes mentor newcomers. Based in the embassy's guesthouse in Shash Darak, Kabul, he manages operations that advance Pakistan's interests while maintaining a low profile in a fragile environment. A significant aspect of Shah's role is his regular contact with Ibrahim, a staff member of the Taliban's intelligence deputy. This connection highlights his function as a liaison, fostering critical backchannels between Pakistani intelligence and the Taliban's military and intelligence networks. His ability to navigate these relationships underscores his importance in the uncertainty of Kabul and the Taliban structure. With his experience, linguistic skills, and deep understanding of Afghanistan's politics, Salman Shah remains a shadowy yet indispensable operative in Pakistan's intelligence efforts. His work contributes to fulfilling the immediate intelligence needs of the ISI. However, Shah believes he is stealthy and undetectable. The aim of this article is to shatter his confidence and make him aware that there are smarter people than him too.