In an audio message, Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada expressed his unhappiness with the world’s unwillingness to recognise their authority in Afghanistan, adding that the world thinks they acquired power by force.
Akhundzada said they expect more pressure from the international community and Muslim nations, but Afghanistan is testing a new governance model.
The Taliban published the voice note, stating that Akhundzada gave the message at an unknown gathering in Kandahar on Eid-ul-first Adha’s day.
Akhundzada said no one can stop them from following Islamic law.
Akhundzada said there is no chaos or disobedience against Taliban control despite opposition from Daesh and other military and political organisations.
Our legitimacy is questioned because the world thinks we took power by force. Disgrace is testing the globe. Muslim nations are also tested. Akhundzada said we must stay strong.
In a separate meeting at Arg in Kabul, many Taliban commanders addressed economic development and security.
“We are actively working with governments throughout the world, regional stakeholders, and neighbouring nations,” said Taliban acting chief minister Mawlawi Abdul Kabir. We have political offices in 16 countries and have received embassies.”
The UN and other organisations have consistently voiced worries about Afghanistan’s humanitarian situation, citing Taliban economic woes. But, Taliban Deputy Chief Minister Abdul Ghani Baradar accused the world of spreading misleading economic information and inciting Afghans to leave.
Foreign meddling plagues Afghanistan. “Some people have disseminated falsehoods that there are no work possibilities in Afghanistan, driving people to desperate measures,” Baradar said.
“Despite these allegations, Afghanistan has jobs and essential services. He continued, “Although not ideal, the situation is not as catastrophic as the world perceives it.”
Former reconciliation council head Abdullah Abdullah used his Eid message to critique the country’s economic and humanitarian issues, unlike the Taliban. He urged worldwide solidarity for Afghans.
The international community has repeatedly encouraged the Taliban to allow women and girls to study and work.
