Najibullah Ahmadzai

Amu: Afghanistan on Monday marked the 33rd anniversary of the Mujahideen’s victory over the Soviet-backed government, a moment historically seen as ending one era of foreign influence but also beginning years of internal conflict. On 8 Saur 1371 (April 28, 1992), Mujahideen fighters entered Kabul after 14 years of struggle, overthrowing the communist government led by President Najibullah, which had been supported by the former Soviet Union. Meanwhile, opposition groups, including members of Jamiat-e-Islami, issued statements marking 8 Saur as a historic victory for the Afghan people but vowed to continue their struggle against Taliban rule. They emphasized their commitment to achieving democracy, the rule of law, and freedom for Afghanistan. Click here to read more (external link).