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Afghan Prime Minister addresses nation in first voice message
The Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund, addressed the nation for the first time on Saturday in a half-hour audio message.
"The Islamic Emirate is not the cause of unemployment and the poor economic situation in Afghanistan, all these problems are the legacy of the previous government," he told the nation.
In the message, Akhund called on the people of Afghanistan to support the government of the Islamic Emirate and stressed that the Islamic Emirate (IE) has fulfilled its promises.
He acknowledged that there were economic problems in the country, but said that the "sustenance of the people" was not promised by the government of the Islamic Emirate, that it was from Allah, and that Allah was testing his servants.
"In the past, people did not have a place to spend the day and night, but now there is an atmosphere where security is everywhere," he said.
Addressing IE members and forces, Akhund said: "I call on all the people and the Mujahideen to stand side by side in the formation and stability of this Islamic system and work for a better future.
"We work day and night to solve people's problems beyond our human capacity. We have formed various commissions and committees to coordinate matters, all of which are working," he said.
"People who enter people's homes are not Mujahideen, they are armed thieves dressed as Mujahideen and doing evil deeds," he stressed.
Akhund said: "All governors, commanders and officials are strongly instructed to open your gates to the people, otherwise the gates of Allah's mercy will be closed to you."
He rejected the criticism of the structure of the government. He claimed that the government of the Islamic Emirate was "inclusive" and that the rights of all classes were guaranteed.
"The decision to integrate the system must be made by the people," he said.
In his message he asked, "Did the previous government create an inclusive system in which two departments operated in the same place and each had its own supporters?"
He claimed that "in the current system, any nation and section can see itself."
Akhund also claimed that "the Islamic Emirate has guaranteed women's rights."
"Education is mandatory for both men and women. We hope all women have access to education."
However, Akhund emphasized that "the Islamic Emirate has given women’s rights, dignity and chastity."
He also assured neighboring countries that there is no threat to them from the IEA.
"We have already told our neighbors and we are still telling them that we will not harm you," he said.
He added that we are thinking about rebuilding our country.
"We do not have a policy of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries," he said.
This is his first message to the nation since the IEA takeover in Afghanistan in August.
The Presidential Palace (Arg) issued a statement on Saturday highlighting the Islamic Emirate’s firm stance on Afghanistan’s right to self-defense.
The Political Commission, led by the Deputy Prime Minister for Political Affairs Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, emphasized that, as an independent nation, Afghanistan is responsible for safeguarding its people, territory, and sovereignty.
The statement further underlined the IEA's commitment to regional stability and peace, stressing that actions that escalate tensions or threaten stability must be actively prevented.
In addition, the meeting covered a range of topics, including Afghanistan’s relations with neighboring countries, efforts to expand diplomatic and economic cooperation with select nations, and recent developments both within Afghanistan and in the broader region. Decisive resolutions were adopted in accordance with the outlined priorities.
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IEA condemns Israeli attacks on Gaza hospital, calls global silence on Palestine concerning
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) strongly condemned Israel’s recent attacks on Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, calling it a deliberate act of destruction.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the ministry condemned the bombing of the hospital, the burning of its facilities, the disruption of essential medical services, the forced expulsion of patients, and the disrespect shown toward medical staff.
The statement also expressed deep concern over the silence of powerful nations around the world, describing it as "deeply concerning" in light of the ongoing atrocities.
"The Israeli regime is systematically and intentionally targeting the few remaining health facilities in Gaza, which continue to provide critical medical services to the besieged population," the statement noted.
The IEA further emphasized that Israel’s actions, which are part of a broader pattern of violence, constitute a flagrant violation of international law and ethical standards, with the regime continuing its genocidal campaign against Palestinians.
"While the occupying regime persists in its ongoing genocide, blatantly violating all laws of war and ethical norms, the failure of influential countries to act is an alarming and unacceptable stance," the Ministry’s statement concluded.
The IEA reiterated its call for immediate and decisive action from the global community and regional powers, urging them to take practical steps to halt these atrocities and work toward a permanent, just, and acceptable solution for the Palestinian people.
The Ministry of National Defense said on Saturday it has attacked "centers and hideouts of evil elements and their supporters" across the Durand Line.
"Several points across the hypothetical line including centers and hideouts of evil elements and their supporters from where attacks were organized in Afghanistan were attacked in revenge from the southeast of the country," the ministry said in a statement.
Meanwhile, sources said that retaliatory attacks across the Durand Line began last night from Alisher district of Khost province and Dand Patan district of Paktia province and continued until morning.
According to sources, light and heavy weapons were used in the clashes.
Earlier, Pakistan launched airstrikes in Paktika's Barmal district on Tuesday, killing and wounding dozens of people.
The Ministry of National Defense of Afghanistan had warned that the attacks would not go unanswered.
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