Written by: Abdan Safi
Each day, Pakistani government officials and diplomats engage with international media, leveling baseless accusations against Afghanistan without evidence or justification. Their sole and apparent objective is to tarnish the image of the Islamic Emirate and Afghanistan.
When we examine the underlying reasons for such actions by Pakistani officials, it becomes evident that these actions stem from Pakistan’s internal political, social, and economic decline, which has deeply unsettled them. Amid these worsening conditions, they seem lost, unsure of how to appease their people, who have grown weary of their empty promises and no longer trust them. Hence, they attempt to shift blame onto Afghanistan to mask their failures.
A few days ago, Pakistani diplomat Asif Durrani once again reiterated accusations against Afghanistan during a media interview. These claims were not only detached from reality but also aligned with Pakistan’s ongoing illegitimate demands. He asserted that the issue could be resolved if Afghanistan handed over Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) fighters to Pakistani authorities.
Mr. Asif Durrani, your assertion is factually incorrect. There are no TTP fighters in Afghanistan. Rather, their presence is well-documented in Waziristan, Khyber, and Mohmand, where they operate in mountainous terrains, villages, and urban centers. If they are not found in these regions, they can readily be located in Peshawar, Quetta, Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, and Tank, where they have established strongholds and operate openly. To put it plainly, they are not in hiding—they are in your own backyard. It would not be an exaggeration to say that they are actively seeking you out.
Instead of misleading the world, why not acknowledge that you have failed to secure your own state? Perhaps you refrain from admitting this because your confrontation is not with an external adversary but with your own disillusioned people, who are well aware of your failures. Deflecting blame onto Afghanistan is not a strategy of governance—it is an admission of defeat and an evasion of responsibility.
During his interview, Asif Durrani also spoke about the rights of the Afghan people. However, he conveniently remained silent on whether the rights he advocates for Afghans are even being ensured for his own people.
From Waziristan to Balochistan, what injustices have been inflicted upon the marginalized and vulnerable communities of Pakistan? Have the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan not been deprived of their right to exist? Have their homes not been demolished by state authorities? Has their wealth not been plundered? Have you not fostered division along ethnic and religious lines to consolidate power?
If your concerns about human rights are genuine, then instead of lecturing Afghanistan, focus on ensuring that your own citizens receive their rightful protections.
In contrast, Afghanistan has established a pure Islamic system that safeguards the dignity, property, and rights of every individual. By the grace of Allah, this system continues to function effectively, ensuring justice and stability.
Asif Durrani further alleged that Afghanistan harbors terrorist groups capable of orchestrating attacks similar to 9/11, specifically mentioning ISKP. This claim is particularly significant, as ISKP is a well-known proxy group linked to Pakistan, frequently emphasized by Pakistani officials in international media in an effort to exaggerate its threat.
The presence of ISKP fighters and leaders is well-documented in regions such as Balochistan, Khyber, Bajaur, and Dir, where they have established strongholds. These operatives plan their attacks from within Pakistani military guest houses before executing their missions in Afghanistan and neighboring countries.
If we carefully examine Asif Durrani’s statements—particularly his prediction of another 9/11-like event—it becomes evident that Pakistan is attempting to create an international crisis through its proxy group, ISKP, and is setting the stage for it through Durrani. However, the world must recognize that if such an event occurs, its origins will trace back to the Pakistani military’s guest houses, and its architects will be the generals of the Pakistani army.
