RASC News Agency: Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesperson, recently addressed the establishment of an all-encompassing government in Afghanistan. Responding to comments from Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Mujahid asserted that Afghanistan already boasts an accountable government, encompassing diverse political currents, extending beyond Pashtuns or other ethnic groups. These declarations were made on January 20th in an audio recording disseminated by the Taliban-controlled National Television. Mujahid contended that Afghanistan has attained security and stability, and the populace eagerly anticipates the military’s presence.
The Taliban group has reiterated its commitment to non-interference in Afghanistan’s internal affairs, underscoring the call for other countries to refrain from meddling in the nation’s governance. This serves as a counter to Lavrov’s proposal that the Taliban should permit a role for other political currents in an inclusive government. Despite persistent calls from the international community urging the Taliban to shape a government representing all ethnicities and factions, the Taliban steadfastly maintains that their system is inherently all-encompassing.
Crucially, Mujahid’s remarks were prompted by Lavrov’s annual press conference, where the Russian Foreign Minister stressed the necessity for various political currents, not limited to specific ethnic groups, to participate in Afghanistan’s inclusive government. Lavrov further advised the Taliban to facilitate the involvement of other political currents in power-sharing. The ongoing deliberations and discussions surrounding the establishment of an all-inclusive government in Afghanistan underscore the intricate challenges faced by the nation in attaining stability and representation for its diverse populace.
