Hekmatyar Warns Of Rising Instability, Calls For Legitimate Government In Afghanistan

Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, leader of Hezb-e Islami, has voiced deep concerns over Afghanistan’s current situation under Taliban rule, warning of growing instability. He stated that the country’s precarious state has put many on high alert.

In a video message released on Monday by media outlets affiliated with Hezb-e Islami, Hekmatyar did not specify any particular individuals or groups but noted that “attacks occur daily in different parts of the country, and people are fleeing their homeland.”

The Hezb-e Islami leader criticised the Taliban administration’s failure to facilitate the return of Afghan refugees from neighbouring countries.

“Instead of bringing back a significant portion of the eight million refugees over the past three years and providing them with resettlement opportunities, we continue to witness a mass exodus,” he said.

Hekmatyar pointed out that despite deportations from multiple countries, including Iran, Pakistan, Türkiye, Arab states, Western nations, and even the United States, the number of Afghan refugees remains high.

He expressed hope that “those committed to Islam and the well-being of the nation and homeland” would find practical solutions to the country’s numerous challenges.

He also stressed the importance of preventing Afghanistan from slipping back into war, whether through internal conflict or hostilities with foreign nations.

Hekmatyar underscored the need for a “legitimate government with clearly defined responsibilities,” warning that the absence of such governance has left Afghanistan vulnerable.

“Unfortunately, at present, there is no national agreement or constitution, and this gap must be addressed,” he said.

The veteran politician warned that the country is “not moving in the right direction,” and that citizens are increasingly anxious about their future.

“We are facing serious threats, both from the United States and from armed groups operating outside the country against the regime,” he stated.

Hekmatyar further highlighted that Afghanistan is experiencing “significant gaps” in governance and called for the establishment of a “dignified council” to address these shortcomings.