Taliban Declares End of War in Afghanistan
Kabul fell much faster than assessed by U.S. intelligence organizations. The Taliban spokesperson has announced the end of the war in Afghanistan. Mohammad Nayem stated that the Taliban is ready for dialogue with Afghan figures and the international community to govern the country.
Mohammad Nayem, spokesperson for the Taliban, announced in an interview with Al Jazeera correspondent that the war in Afghanistan has ended. Although the Taliban has spoken of its readiness to engage in dialogue with all influential figures in Afghanistan, observers do not rule out the possibility of harsh treatment of opponents and their retaliatory approach.
Reuters reported on Monday, August 16 (Mordad 25) from Kabul on the first official Taliban response following the takeover of the country’s capital.
Mohammad Ashraf Ghani, the former president of Afghanistan, said after leaving the country that he relinquished power to prevent bloodshed.
Reuters referred to assessments by U.S. intelligence organizations regarding Kabul. These organizations had said days earlier that the takeover of Kabul would take at least three months. This is despite the Taliban successfully capturing the city without significant resistance.
The Taliban spokesperson said: “We invite all countries and organizations to negotiate and dialogue with us to resolve all problems.” Nayem emphasized at the same time that the Taliban will not accept any foreign interference in the country’s affairs.
In his interview with Al Jazeera, he stated that women’s rights in Afghanistan are considered “respectable” provided that their conduct is compatible with Islamic Sharia law.
Source: DW
