Former Bagram Detainee Exposes Torture and Discrimination Against Political Prisoners

A former detainee from Bagram, Dr. Najibullah Abulfazli, has reported on instances of torture and discrimination against political prisoners, describing their situation as critical.

Reports of Torture and Discrimination at Bagram Prison

The findings from a recently released prisoner indicate that Bagram Prison has become a site of torture and discrimination against political detainees. Dr. Najibullah Abulfazli, a political activist, has highlighted the dire conditions faced by inmates, asserting that these practices violate fundamental human rights.

Abulfazli stated that prisoners accused of affiliations with the National Resistance Front are subjected to severe psychological and physical pressures. He reported witnessing instances of brutal torture during his incarceration, including beatings, the use of electric shocks, and severe restrictions on visitations.

Political Prisoner Count at Bagram

This political activist estimates that there are nearly 300 political prisoners in Taliban-run facilities, including Bagram and Pul-e-Charkhi, with around 200 of them jailed due to supposed links to the National Resistance Front. Abulfazli criticized the deplorable state of medical and nutritional services in Bagram Prison, emphasizing that the lack of medications and poor food quality jeopardizes inmates’ health.

He also noted instances of linguistic discrimination, particularly the prohibition against speaking in Persian, and called for diplomatic efforts to secure the release of political prisoners. Additionally, Abulfazli underscored the importance of ensuring that any amnesty for criminal prisoners should also include those incarcerated for political reasons.