Afghanistan is not responsible for ‘security failure’ of Pakistan: Mujahid

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Zabihullah Mujahid

Khaama: The de facto administration of Afghanistan once again has rejected the repeated allegations of the Pakistani officials and said that Afghanistan is not responsible for the “failure of any regional country’s security.”  Zabihulla Mujahid, the spokesperson of the Taliban-led government, said that following recent attacks in Pakistan, Pakistani authorities once again blamed Afghans rather than strengthening their country’s security. Click here to read more (external link).

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Iran’s Relationship with the Taliban: Fleeting Hope and Persistent Challenges

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8am: Despite Iran’s initial optimism about the resurgence of the Taliban group, it has become evident in the past two years that the relationship between Iran and the Taliban is not without challenges. Iran’s lenient policy towards the Taliban regime has not resulted in favorable outcomes for Iran. Since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, there have been multiple clashes between this group and Iranian border guards. Currently, tensions and disputes persist between both sides. Despite diplomatic efforts to resolve these challenges, no significant progress has been made thus far. The main points of disagreement between the Taliban and Iran revolve around the division of water rights in the Helmand River, the issue of migrants, border conflicts, and disputes, as well as the matter of terrorism and radicalism. These differences have deep historical roots and have long been a source of tension between the two countries. However, they have intensified under the Taliban regime. This article solely focuses on the issue of water tension between Iran and the Taliban. Click here to read more (external link).

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Muttaqi tells national cricket team they are role models for all Afghans

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Muttaqi

Ariana: Acting [Taliban] Minister of Foreign Affairs Amir Khan Muttaqi said in a meeting with the national cricket team on Tuesday that they stand as role models for the nation. “When you win on the cricket field, an engineer thinks about winning in his profession, a doctor thinks about winning in his profession, a teacher thinks that in his profession, he will present qualified individuals so that the country can develop in all areas,” Muttaqi said. He stated that the Afghan team managed to be among the best teams in the world under difficult conditions. Click here to read more (external link).

Third Round of World Food Programme Aid in Parwan Raises Concerns Over Imbalance

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8am: However, as this program launches, some Parwan residents have voiced concerns about the fairness of the aid distribution process. They claim an imbalance, favoring certain recipients repeatedly. These residents continue to accuse the Taliban of interfering in compiling the beneficiary list, alleging that aid distribution is notably higher in areas historically accessible to the Taliban than in other parts of the province. Thousands of Afghanis in Pashtun-inhabited regions of Parwan province, especially in the districts of Koh-e Safi and Siahgard, were distributed in cash, but we haven’t received a single Afghani. The Taliban claim that you’ve received a lot of aid over the past twenty years, so we won’t help you now. All aids have been focused on individuals and fellow villagers affiliated with the Taliban.” Click here to read more (external link).

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Emerald extraction begins in Afghanistan’s Panjshir

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Khaama: Extractions of Emerald mines in Panjshir province have officially begun, according to a statement from the [Taliban] provincial government on Tuesday. The provincial head for mines and petroleum, Mohammad Qasim Amiri, said during an official ceremony attended by government representatives, tribal elders, and religious scholars that emeralds are found on mountains up to 4,000 meters above sea level, where miners must ascend on foot and use essential equipment to extract the emeralds. Click here to read more (external link).

Afghanistan to face Mozambique after drawing with Czech Republic in Continental Futsal Championship

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Ariana: Afghanistan drew with the Czech Republic 4-4 on Monday and will face Mozambique in their next match of 2023 Continental Futsal Championship in Bangkok on Tuesday. This match will start at 2:30 pm (Afghanistan time). Afghanistan is in the 66th place in the world futsal ranking, and Mozambique is in the 74th place. Click here to read more (external link).

Taliban Prepare Suicide Bombers in Water Dispute With Iran

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Bloomberg: In mid-May, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi issued a warning to the Taliban: honor Afghanistan’s water-supply agreement or face the consequences. A well-known Taliban figure offered a mocking gift of a 20-liter water container in response and told him to stop making terrifying ultimatums. About a week later, a skirmish erupted on the border, leaving two Iranian guards and one Taliban member dead. The Taliban sent thousands of troops and hundreds of suicide bombers to the area, according to a person familiar with the matter, who says the group is prepared for war. Click here to read more (external link).

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Two Years in Darkness: A Nightmare of Suffocation and Brutality for the People of Afghanistan

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Taliban militants dancing (file photo)

8am: Nearly two years have elapsed since the collapse of Afghanistan’s republican system. Two years ago, due to the ineptitude and unchecked corruption of Afghanistan’s political leadership, coupled with regional and global connivance, the Taliban unlawfully seized power. Regarding the factors that led to the downfall of the republican system over the past two years, numerous statements and perspectives have been put forth by the former regime’s leaders, officials, and representatives of countries engaged in Afghanistan. These statements have often taken the form of evading responsibility for this catastrophic and ignominious failure. Amidst this, it is the people of Afghanistan who have borne the brunt of this situation, with their destiny being decided behind closed doors in the sterile chambers of luxury hotels. The judgment of those accountable for this political debacle will be left to history and the collective memory of the Afghan populace. This article endeavors to assess the scope of challenges and issues faced by Afghans during the last two years under the oppressive rule of the Taliban, while also considering the roles and stances of regional countries and the international community. Click here to read more (external link).