Ahmad Massoud Critiques Taliban’s Security Policies, Highlights Terrorism Risks in Afghanistan

Ahmad Massoud, the leader of the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, has sharply criticized the Taliban’s security policies, accusing the group of transforming Afghanistan into a battleground by harboring international terrorist networks, which have also turned the country into a victim of dangerous geopolitical games…

Massoud’s Speech on the State of Security

In a speech commemorating the 31st anniversary of the late Abdul Ali Mazari, a prominent leader of the Islamic Unity Party, Ahmad Massoud presented a fierce analysis of the current security situation and recent border tensions. Highlighting the presence of groups such as the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), Al-Qaeda, Jaish al-Adl, and Ansarullah in the country, he argued that the current regime has transformed Afghanistan into a safe haven for terrorist organizations.

Pakistan’s Attacks as a Consequence of Kabul’s Policies

In his remarks, Massoud addressed the recent aerial and rocket attacks by the Pakistani army on various provinces of Afghanistan. He attributed these conflicts to the Taliban’s foolish actions and misguided policies, asserting that the Afghan people are now paying the price for the security games played by groups prioritizing organizational ties with foreign militants over national interests.

Current Situation of the National Resistance Front

The National Resistance Front, which has turned to armed and guerrilla tactics since the fall of Panjshir province, has led confrontations in northern provinces in recent years. Although the Front has lost several of its senior commanders in these battles and is currently conducting its armed operations more cautiously compared to the early days of Taliban control, Massoud emphasized that attacks by his forces against Taliban positions continue, and they have not retreated from their ideals.

Kabul’s Denial and Regional Concerns

In response, officials in the caretaker government in Kabul consistently deny these allegations, claiming they do not permit any foreign group to use Afghan soil against the security of other nations. However, the increasing cross-border attacks from Pakistan and concerns raised by neighboring countries highlight the deep gap between the Taliban’s official claims and the existing security realities at the borders. Massoud believes that as long as an inclusive and accountable government is not established in Kabul, Afghanistan will remain a center of crisis and a threat to regional stability.