Virtual Meeting of Leaders: Masood and Mohaqiq Warn Against Divisions Among Anti-Taliban Groups

Kokcha News Agency: During a virtual event marking the 24th anniversary of the assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud, a prominent anti-Taliban commander, several political leaders expressed concerns over the lack of unity among opposition groups and emphasized the need for continued resistance against the Taliban until Afghanistan is freed.

1. Ahmad Massoud, Leader of the National Resistance Front (NRF):
   Massoud stressed the importance of countering the Taliban’s narrative and warned that the enemy succeeds when opposition groups are divided. He stated, “The enemy achieves its goals when opposition groups are busy fighting each other.” Massoud vowed to continue the fight for freedom, saying, “We are destined to fight for freedom, and we will not accept defeat or surrender.” He added, “No tyranny lasts forever, and the tyranny of the Taliban will also come to an end.”
2. Marshal Abdul Rashid Dostum, Leader of the National Movement of Afghanistan:
   Dostum, in a recorded message, declared, “Dying in bed is a disgrace for me.” He emphasized the need to overthrow the Taliban regime, stating, “The Taliban must know that the lifespan of tyranny is short, and one day they will surrender to the will of the people.”
3. Mohammad Mohaqiq, Leader of the People’s Islamic Unity Party of Afghanistan:
   Mohaqiq criticized the lack of unity among anti-Taliban political groups, urging them to accept one another. He warned that internal divisions are weakening the resistance and called for greater cohesion among opposition forces.
4. Sarwar Danish, Former Vice President:
   Danish emphasized the need for a sustainable solution to Afghanistan’s crisis, warning that without a fundamental rethink about the future, the post-Taliban era could resemble the aftermath of the mujahideen’s victory and the Bonn Conference in 2001.
5. Mohammad Omar Daudzai, Former Interior Minister:
   Daudzai stated, “With each passing day, the legacy and legitimacy of Ahmad Shah Massoud become more evident.” He also criticized the Taliban’s behavior on social media, describing it as contrary to Afghan culture and aimed at silencing opposition voices.

The virtual gathering brought together jihadist leaders and political activists to reflect on Massoud’s role in the fight for freedom, national unity, and Afghanistan’s political future. Participants also discussed the challenges facing the opposition, including the Taliban’s efforts to weaken the resistance by exploiting internal divisions.