Trump Calls on Iranian Protesters to Continue Demonstrations. Donald Trump, former President of the United States, posted a message on the social media platform Truth Social, urging Iranian protesters to continue their demonstrations. He stated, “Help is on the way,” without providing further details regarding the nature or type of assistance. Trump addressed his audience
Taliban Meeting in Takhar: Claims of Defending National Integrity Amid Repression and Discrimination. Following recent controversies surrounding the Chah-Ab protests, the Taliban held a meeting in Takhar province titled “Strengthening the Islamic System and Defending Territorial Integrity.” During this gathering, the group sought to defend its performance and governance while presenting its own narrative of
Amanuddin Mansour on Iran Protests, in Light of His Previous Beating. Amanuddin Mansour, Taliban governor of Helmand province, recently commented on the protests in Iran, stating: “Thank God, the people of Afghanistan do not know how to protest, which is considered rebellion against an Islamic government and a Western tactic designed to overthrow Islamic states,
From Republic to Taliban: Corruption Has Changed Form. From the era of the Republic to Taliban rule, corruption has not disappeared—it has merely changed its form and actors. During the Republic, corruption was largely administrative and contractual, serving the personal or group interests of officials. Under the Taliban, the nature of corruption remains, but its
Taliban Minister: “If You Have a Problem, Come Like a Man”; Public Criticism Forbidden. Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, Taliban Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, stated during a visit to Khost province: “If anyone has a problem, come like a man and tell the authorities.” At the same time, he banned all public criticism of the Taliban
Uzbek Language Returns to Samangan University Signage; Taliban Respond Only to Pressure. Following diplomatic pressure from Uzbekistan and public protests, the Taliban reinstated the Uzbek language on Samangan University signage. This move highlights the group’s pattern of reacting only to external pressure or force, rather than respecting logic, cultural rights, or community demands. The decision
Takhar Residents Under Pressure; Taliban Commander Sparks Public Concern. Atiqullah Osama, a Taliban military commander in Takhar, recently warned local residents to identify young people and individuals opposing the Taliban and report them to security authorities. His statements have drawn widespread concern and backlash among residents and anti-Taliban activists. Resistance-affiliated sources in Takhar warned that
New York Times: Trump Seriously Considering Military Action Against Iran. Amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran, the New York Times reports, citing credible U.S. sources, that former President Donald Trump has recently reviewed multiple military options for potential action against Iran. U.S. officials told the newspaper that these considerations are in response to the
Barmak: Taliban Justify Repression Using the Name of Islam. Wais Ahmad Barmak, former Afghan Interior Minister, sharply criticized the Taliban during the third annual conference commemorating Commander Khair Mohammad Khairkhwah. He stated that the group manipulates the name of Islam and religious concepts to impose its policies and demands on the population. Barmak emphasized that
Simultaneous Arrest of Chah-Ab Protesters; Taliban Deputy Governor’s Son Kidnapped. Local sources in Takhar province report that, alongside the arrest of several protesters in Chah-Ab district by Taliban intelligence forces, the son of Damla Nader, deputy governor of Takhar under the Taliban, has been kidnapped by unidentified individuals. According to sources, the incident occurred on
