Borders Minister: Protecting Afghanistan’s Security Remains Top Priority
The Islamic Emirate’s Minister of Borders and Tribal Affairs has described safeguarding Afghanistan’s security as one of the current government’s top priorities, saying no one will be allowed to undermine the country’s security.
Speaking at a ceremony marking Ashura in Kabul, Noorullah Noori also emphasized national unity and delivered a message to the Islamic Emirate’s opponents.
Noorullah Noori, Minister of Borders and Tribal Affairs, said: “If your jihad against the Soviet Union was for Afghanistan’s freedom and the establishment of an Islamic system, those objectives have now been achieved. What proposals or demands do you have from the Islamic Emirate? Come and present them. A week ago, I said at a gathering that those who cooperated with the occupiers have no place in the hearts of this nation. People interpreted my remarks to mean they have no place in Afghanistan, but that was not my intention.”
Officials of the Afghanistan Shia Commission, who also attended the event, condemned Pakistan’s recent airstrikes on several Afghan provinces and stressed the importance of preserving national unity and mutual acceptance.
Greater coordination between the Islamic Emirate and the Shia community, appreciation for the security measures during the first ten days of Muharram, and addressing public concerns were among the other topics discussed at the gathering.
Ali Akbar Jamshidi, Deputy Head of the High Commission of Afghanistan’s Shias, said: “Some shortcomings have arisen, but God willing, they will be resolved and there is no cause for concern. Overall, I want to point out that there was good coordination between the security forces and the people during Muharram. In a country where justice is implemented, people feel secure.”
Seyed Hassan Fazelzadeh, Head of the Supreme Assembly of Afghanistan’s Shias, said: “In a land where security and order prevail, supporting such an Islamic system is considered a duty, and we regard it as our commitment to preserve its rule. An Islamic government is the only instrument for implementing Islamic laws.”
Over the past four years, officials of the Islamic Emirate have repeatedly called on opponents and former government officials to return to Afghanistan.
While a number of them have returned through coordination with the Commission for Contact with Afghan Personalities, others continue to remain outside the country.
