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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Congratulatory Message On the Arrival of the Auspicious ‘Īd al ‘Aḍḥā”

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To the Mujahid Nation of Afghanistan and to the Muslims Around the World

I wish you all a very happy Eid. May Allah accept your charity, pilgrimages, services and all good deeds in the path of Islam.

I hope you celebrate these days with happiness and perform Eid prayers, pilgrimage and all worships properly.

On this auspicious day, millions of Muslims from all over the world perform pilgrimage and it is a day of worship and brotherhood that invites Muslims to unite, sympathize and give charity in the path of Allah.

Our countrymen are celebrating Eid while the Islamic system exists and peace is ensured throughout the country, therefore, we should thank Allah Almighty to gain further rewards.

Under the rule of the Islamic Emirate, the Islamic system has been established, the Islamic Sharia law has been implemented, and concrete steps have been taken to strengthen the religious centers. Reforms are underway in law-making, governance, judiciary, economy, culture and other related fields. These are the goals and values for which we have fought and made great sacrifices.

At the national level, the independence of Afghanistan has been restored once again, brotherhood and national unity have been strengthened, all kinds of prejudices such as race, language and region have been eliminated, the territorial integrity of the country has been preserved and all borders are strictly defended and protected. Afghanistan’s national assets, such as customs and revenues, mines, state land, forests and other common assets have been taken from powerful individuals and now being protected as state assets.

Under the rule of the Islamic Emirate, concrete measures have been taken to save women from many traditional oppressions, including forced marriages and their Sharia rights have been protected. Moreover, necessary steps have been taken for the betterment of women as half of the society in order to provide them with a comfortable and prosperous life according to the Islamic Sharia. The negative aspects of the past 20-year occupation related to women’s Hijab and misguidance will end soon. By issuing the six-article decree on women’s rights, the status of women as a free and dignified human being has been restored and all institutions have been obliged to help women in securing marriage, inheritance and other rights.

With the functioning of the Sharia courts, the Holy Sharia has once again been put into practice. Religious and Sharia orders that were not possible to be implemented are now being enforced. In addition, the great duty of vice and virtue is being carried out. Necessary measures have been taken according to the Islamic principles, due to which the society is improving day by day and the evildoers are about to disappear.

In the economic sector, the prediction of the country’s economic collapse and crisis has been proven wrong. Economic collapse was prevented as a result of Islamic Emirate’s wise measures, sincerity and transparency. For the first time in recent history, Afghanistan has become economically self-sufficient, furthermore, concrete steps have been taken and are underway in rehabilitation, reconstruction, agriculture, mining and other related sectors.

The Islamic Emirate calls on national investors and businessmen to play a constructive role in the development of the country by investing in various fields in order to further develop the country’s economic sector and eliminate existing problems. IEA is committed to ensure their security and all government institutions are responsible for providing necessary facilities to investors in order to pave the ground for the country’s growth and economic development.

The war that lasted for decades in the country, left hundreds of thousands of orphans, widows and needy people, and the Islamic Emirate is committed to helping them secure their rights. Also, I call upon rich people and specially the relatives of the needy people to extend their support and pay full attention to their education and livelihood. After decades of war, now, Islamic system is enforced and peace has been ensured in the whole country, therefore, I call upon those who threaten peace to start a comfortable life in their country with their fellow citizens and help to further strengthen and stabilize peace.

Significant steps have been taken to divert beggars from begging and thousands of beggars who are in need are being given assistance by the Islamic Emirate. However, in order to prevent professional beggars, it is necessary for scholars, clerics and community elders to take an active role in educating people and encouraging them to work.

As a result of continues efforts of the Islamic Emirate, the cultivation of poppy has eradicated in the country, farmers are looking for alternatives and legal cultivation is expanding, meanwhile, ban has imposed on production, trafficking and use of all kinds of drugs and now, many citizens, specially the youth are saved from this harm.

Currently, many institutions of the Islamic Emirate are working to treat those who became addicted in the past 20-year and efforts are underway to bring them back to a normal life.

During the occupation period, many people were deprived of their rights and national assets were seized by powerful individuals, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has appointed a special commission for restitution of state grabbed land, so far, hundreds of thousands of acres of state land have been identified and freed from grabbers. Since, preventing oppression is a public duty, therefore, I call upon all the citizens to extend their cooperation with this commission.

The Islamic Emirate wants good political and economic relations with the world, especially with Islamic countries, and has fulfilled its responsibility in this regard. Just as we do not interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, in the same way we do not allow others to interfere in our internal affairs.

My advice to the officials of the Islamic Emirate is to carry out the given responsibility seriously; providing services and wellbeing of the people should remain on top. Keep your doors open toward the people, do things efficiently and never treat people in a way that makes them feel less than you. This is the same nation who sacrificed their lives and properties during the past 20-year. I instruct the security officials to pay full attention to the well-being, service and safety of the citizens, especially during Eid. Consider all measures for the welfare and safety of the countrymen and extend your help and support to the families of martyrs, disabled and orphans.

Dear Countrymen!

It is our shared responsibility to protect and serve our Islamic system, the current system is the result of sacrifices of thousands of Mujahideen, let’s stand by each other, eliminate conspiracies, value security and prosperity and work together for its further enhancement.

It is with immense pleasure, that this year thousands of our countrymen went to attend and perform pilgrimage. All necessary facilities are provided and they are being served properly by the officials of the Islamic Emirate. I request all the pilgrims from around the world to pray for the prosperity of the entire Islamic Ummah and especially for the people of Afghanistan, so that Allah may grant them happiness in this world and the hereafter.

I strongly condemn Israel’s brutal act on Palestinian women, children and defenceless Muslims and ask other countries to do their duty in order to prevent this great human crime and cruel atrocities.

I request the people and government of Sudan to leave their differences and work together for unity and brotherhood, rather, the solution to the problems of the Islamic Ummah relies on their unity, considering the fact, every Muslim has an obligation to be fulfilled with sincerity, doing so will eliminate conspiracy and Muslims will enjoy the blessing of unity and Islamic brotherhood.

At the end, I once again wish you a happy Eid-ul Adha. May Allah grant us the opportunity to celebrate Eid under the shadow of the Islamic system.

Sheikh Al-Quran and Hadith Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate

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۴/۴/۱۴۰۲هـ ش ــ 2023/6/25م

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New release from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Congratulatory Message On the Arrival of the Auspicious ‘Īd al-Fiṭr”

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1- To the Mujahid Nation of Afghanistan and to the Muslims Around the World!

I wish you all a very happy Eid, may the Almighty Allah accept your fasting, prayers and services.

Dear brothers! We should thank the Almighty Allah that after so many hardships, we benefit from peace and Islamic Sharia System, and by fulfilling the great duty of the holy month of Ramadan, we celebrate Eid in a peaceful atmosphere throughout the country. Alhamdulillah

All rich brothers should help their poor and destitute countrymen, orphans, widows and the families of the martyrs in every possible way, give your charity to the deserving people on these precious nights, so that they can fulfil their needs and enjoy Eid.

2- Officials and Mujahideen of the Islamic Emirate are obliged to make more efforts and sincerity in serving the people, because serving the people is worship and should be done properly and their legitimate rights and happiness should be taken into account.

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan considers itself responsible for the welfare of its people and ensures their rights under the Sharia law, it does this for the pleasure of the Almighty Allah and fulfilling its Sharia obligations, in order that everyone should be sure that their Sharia rights will be given, following this great purpose, the courts have been established both in the centre and provinces to help the oppressed, prevent oppression and to ensure justice, therefore, citizens should cooperate with the courts in ensuring justice and avoid recommendations, fake and fraudulent claims.

3- Since the main goal of our Jihad and struggle was the implementation of Islamic law, welfare of the people and the religious and moral reform of the society, with the grace of Allah, significant measures have been taken in this regard. The Vice and Virtue as our highest duty is under implementation, everyone should fully cooperate with the concerned ministry helping its employees in commanding good and preventing inappropriate acts.

Significant reform measures have been taken in culture, education, economy, media and other fields, and the bad intellectual and moral effects of the 20-year occupation are about to finish. Countrymen should consider these reform measures important, because living in the light of Sharia principles will lead to the well-being of our world and the hereafter, as well as the eternal happiness, success and salvation of our society.

The religious scholars and clerics should also pay attention to their responsibility in this regard and the Ministries of Vice and Virtue, Education, Higher Education and Information and Culture should work closely in informing people of religion and reforming their acts throughout the country, every nation and country can taste honour and real peace and prosperity when it does not disobey Allah, therefore, the task of reforming the people and informing them about religion has been given to the clerics and religious scholars, they should fulfil their obligations in this regard, try to reform and enlighten the people through mosques, gatherings, media and programs and become a means of good guidance for them, also, they should create an atmosphere of harmony and trust among themselves, avoid differences and pay attention to the great interest of religion and the people.

4- Our country has just come out of wars and sufferings, it is in dire need of construction and rehabilitation, now, we all have a shared responsibility to build our country, the development of Afghanistan is the responsibility of Afghans, we should not rely on others; rather, with courage and enthusiasm we should build this country and provide all possible conveniences to the people.

In this regard, the country’s national traders and investors have more responsibility than others, the Islamic Emirate fully cooperates with them, provides them with facilities and standard services. Insha Allah

5- Security is the greatest blessings of the Almighty Allah. Let us stand by our system for ensuring the stability and security, so that our country and people will no longer face obstacles and suffer from insecurity, off course, some hostile groups will make their evil efforts to show the relevant security organizations weak and our country unsafe, but we are sure that with the help of Allah and the support of the nation, peace will be ensured and people will have a comfortable life. Insha Allah

6- Afghanistan wants positive relations with its neighbours, Islamic countries and the world, based on mutual benefits and within the framework of Islamic principles, since Afghanistan does not want to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, it also insists that other countries should not interfere in our internal issues, doing so is beneficial both for the world and Afghanistan.

7- Preventing the cultivation of poppy in the country and the implementation of the decree of the Islamic Emirate remains a great achievement, this great work shows the firm determination of the Islamic Emirate and the strong support of the people, and this makes it clear that Afghanistan will be cleaned of poppy cultivation and drugs soon.

Collecting drug addicts in Kabul and provinces and handing them safely to their families after treatment is another Sharia obligation that the Islamic Emirate has fulfilled, and the grief and pain of a large part of our people and families has been addressed, which was not done in the last 20-year.

8- Rounding up beggars in the centre and provinces, helping them and solving their problems was another important measure of kindness and compassion of the Islamic Emirate, which was done well and the process will complete soon, with this step, the professional and the really needy beggars were separated and the needy citizens were helped, and they were given a certain amount of aid from the national budget, professional beggars were counselled and disciplined, this is a great work in the history of Afghanistan which shows the unique sympathy of the Islamic Emirate with its people.

9- The relevant organizations of the Islamic Emirate are making all their efforts for economic development. So far, with the grace of Allah, they have been able to manage the country’s economy well despite the problems and international obstacles.

Making the last year’s budget from national income and then spending it well is a great reward from the Almighty Allah, this year, with the help of Allah we will take concrete steps in spending the national budget properly.

10- Extending education and training to the whole country and providing good training to all children is one of the responsibilities of the Islamic Emirate and effective plans for further development are also worked on.

11- For monitoring the work of the provincial offices, providing written and verbal advice on religious matters, observing the behaviour of the officials, sharing shortcomings with concerned people in a proper manner as well as building and maintaining relations between officials and the public, joint councils of scholars and clerics with specific TOR and framework were formed across the country, this was an important step that has been taken and we hope that many of the problems of the officials will be addressed this way, as a result, peace and trust will be further strengthened and the officials will be helped to carry out their responsibilities. Insha Allah

12- The courts and judiciary system of the Islamic Emirate, which has a special status among all the organizations, is a part of the Islamic System whose work is considered more important, because the main goal of the Islamic system is the protection of the head, wealth, intellect, status and all the rights given by Allah, therefore, all the judges and court’s officials are instructed to be more serious in obtaining people’s rights, resolving disputes and avoid favouritism, look at the crime instead of criminal, defend the oppressed, prevent the oppressor and solve people’s cases without delay and hindrance.

13- I instruct officials of the Ministry of Health to serve the nation day and night and extend every possible assistance, equip and activate health centres, address the problems, provide proper treatment to the people and take concrete steps toward improving health sector of the country.

14- In order to succeed, all security and defence forces of the Islamic Emirate must implement the followings:

  1. Make your will and intention only for the sake of the Almighty Allah,
  2. Everyone (youngers and elders) should adorn himself with piety,
  3. With the grace of Allah and blessings of the holy Jihad, we have achieved a great victory, therefore, always remember the Almighty Allah,
  4. Do justice, generosity and modesty and avoid arrogance, pride, oppression, betrayal and wasteful spending,
  5. Strictly avoid all kinds of discrimination,
  6. In Islamic Emirate, rewards should be based piety and trustworthiness,
  7. Do not offer jobs to your relatives, the appointment should be based on merit,
  8. Build trust and brotherhood among yourselves, avoid jealousy, complaints, backbiting and actions that create distrust,
  9. All Mujahid brothers, be committed to vice and virtue, continue the chain of education and training in every possible location, be strict to your prayers and pray with the congregation,
  10. Support the families of martyrs and appreciate those Mujahideen who fought and suffered during the 20-year of Jihad, they will not be left behind in the Islamic Emirate,
  11. In order that the Islamic Army can be cleaned of disqualified and corrupt people, all Mujahideen should extend their assistance with the Clearance Commission which has been appointed by the Islamic Emirate!
  12. Fully obey your seniors and strictly implement the orders of the Islamic Emirate,
  13. If someone wants to advise the leader, he advises him secretly, because secret advice is useful, do not give open advice, because open advice has negative effect instead of positive,
  14. Be accountable for your spending! The Messenger (PBUH) used to make accurate calculation with his finance officials, who were responsible for the treasury and deposits, likewise, Hazrat Omar Farooq did the same, therefore, being accountable is crucial and be responsive to your seniors and relevant departments,
  15. Be serious against the enemies of the religion and the country, security destroyers, robbers and criminals, but be very gentle and kind in dealing with public, no one should be harmed by false information, no one’s status, honour, head and wealth should be unjustly harmed, this nation needs mercy and compassion, we should be at their service, their security is our religious and national responsibility, but let us be careful not to disrespect our people in the name of security and defence and let no one complain to Allah because of our actions.

In the end, I would like to remind you to pay attention to the families of the martyrs, orphans, widows and relatives on the auspicious days of Eid-ul Fiter and do not spare your sympathy and help to the poor and needy people.

 

Sheikh Al-Quran and Hadith Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate

Ramadan 27, 1444

18/4/2023 – 29/1/1402

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New speech from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Meeting With the Central and Provincial Officials of the General Directorate of Intelligence”

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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Instructions Regarding the Prevention of False Accusations Against the Workers and Officials of the Islamic Emirate and Their Disrespect”

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د اسلامي لارښوونو  مطابق پر مسئولینو باندې بې ځایه تورونه ویل او له واقعیت څخه لرې نقد کول شرعا جواز نه لري.

ارجاف او شائعات خپرول په اسلام کې ځای نه لري او د مسلمانانو تر منځ هم د کرکې او نفرت سبب کیږي، اعتبار او باور له منځه وړي او همتونه کمزوري کوي.

الله تعالی فرمایي؛ وَلاَ تَقْفُ مَا لَيْسَ لَكَ بِهِ عِلْمٌ إِنَّ السَّمْعَ وَالْبَصَرَ وَالْفُؤَادَ كُلُّ أُولـئِكَ كَانَ عَنْهُ مَسْؤُولا، [الاسراء:۳۶]

ژباړه: هغه څه مه لټوه چې علم ورباندې نه لرې؛ بې شکه غوږ، سترګه او زړه هر یو له دوی څخه پوښتل کیږي. په دې هکله رسول الله صلی الله علیه و سلم فرمایي: کفی بالمرء کذبا ان یحدث بکل ما سمع، [رواه مسلم] یعنی رسول الله صلی الله علیه وسلم هغه څوک دروغجن بللی، چې کومه خبره واوري او پرته له دې چې سپیناوی یې وکړي، نورو ته یې رسوي. دغه ډول منفي تبلیغات په ټولنه کې اضطراب پیدا کوي او په غیر شعوري توګه له دښمنانو سره مرسته کوي. رسول الله صلی الله علیه وسلم فرمایي؛ من کان یؤمن بالله و الیوم الاخر فالیقل خیرا او لیصمت[متفق علیه] ژباړه؛ څوک چې په الله او اخرت ایمان لري؛ نو یادې حق خبره وکړي، یادې پټه خوله و اوسي. په بل حدیث کې پیغمبر علیه السلام فرمایي؛ بئس مطیة الرجل زعموا [رواه ابوداود] ژباړه؛ د سړي بد عادت دادی، چې  په (دوی ویل/چا ویل) باندې استدلال کوي. د اسلام له نظره دغه کار د تعزیر(سزا) وړ ګرځي.په دې هکله فقهاء رحمهم الله لیکي: التعدي علی المؤظفین العمومیین و المکلفین بخدمة عامة یستحق التعزیر و من الامثلة التی اوردها الفقهاء فی هذا المجال اهانة العلماء او رجال الدولة بما لا یلیق سواء کان ذلک بالاشارة او القول او بغیر ذلک و التعدي علی احد الجنود بالید او تمزیق ثیابه او سبه ففیه التعزیر و التضمین عن التلف و من ذلک اهانة محکمة قضائیة و کذلک جرائم الجلسة فالقاضي له فیها التعزیر و ان عفی فحسن … الموسوعة الفقهیة، ج ۱۲ ص۲۸۳ الفتاوی الاسعدیة ج ۱ ص ۱۶۶ ـ ۱۶۷

ژباړه؛ پر عامو (حکومتي) کارمندانو او هغوی چې پر عمومي خدماتو ګومارل شوي وي، تیری کول د تعزیر(سزا) ورکولو لامل ګرځي، له دې جملې څخه فقهاء کرامو د علماوو اوحکومتي کارکونکو سپکاوی، چې د دوی له شان سره مناسب نه وي، هغه که په اشاره، وینا او یا بل څه وي، د بیلګې په توګه یاد کړي دي.

همدا راز کوم عسکر ته لاس اچول، یا یې جامې څیرل او یا هم بد رد ورته ویل، نو په دې کې تعزیر(سزا) ورکول کیږي او د جامو څیرلو تاوان ورڅخه اخیستل کیږي.

همدارنګه د قضایي محکمې سپکاوی او قضایي مجلس اخلالول، نو په دې صورتونو کې قاضي تعزیر(سزا) ورکولای شي؛ خو عفو بهتره ده.

پورته اسلامي لارښوونې  د ټولو هیوادوالو، مجاهدینو او خبري رسنیو له پاره شرعي مسئولیت جوړیږي، چې عمل ورباندې وکړي.

والسلام؛  د اسلامي امارت زعیم عالیقدر امیر المؤمنین شیخ القرآن والحدیث مولوي هبة الله آخندزاده حفظه الله

۲۲/۱۲/۱۴۴۳هـ ق

۱۴۰۱/۴/ ۳۰  هـ ش2022/7/21  م

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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Congratulatory Message On the Arrival of ‘Īd al ‘Aḍḥā”

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– First of all, I would like to convey my heartfelt congratulations to all Muslims, countrymen, families of martyrs, widows and orphans on the arrival of Eid-ul-Adha. May Allah the almighty accept our sacrifices, pilgrimages, prayers and good deeds. 

Dear Compatriots!

By the grace of Allah, we celebrate this Eid-ul-Adha in such a way that our country has been completely freed, Islamic government has been established and the entire nation is living in peace and brotherhood.

This victory is not only belonging to the Islamic Emirate and the Mujhideen, rather it belongs to the entire Afghan nation that during the past 20-year of Jihad, they suffered all kinds of hardships till our country was freed of invasion.

– The Islamic Emirate pays close attention to the establishment of an Islamic government in Afghanistan, ensuring peace and security and the development of the country.

– By the grace of Allah, after a long delay, this year many of our compatriots have gone to the Mecca, May Allah, accept their prayers and bring them home safely. We hope that the pilgrims will remember us in their prayers, and also pray for the progress of the country and the well-being and happiness of the people.

– We assure our neighbors, the region and the world that we will not allow anyone to use our territory to threaten the security of other countries. We also want other countries not to interfere in our internal affairs.

– Within the framework of mutual interaction and commitment, we want good, diplomatic, economic and political relations with the world, including the United States, and we consider this in the interest of all sides.

– Afghanistan is the common home of all Afghans, we must all take part in the reconstruction of the country, we must consider this as our national duty, I call on all directions that we do not want enmity with anyone, our arms are open to our countrymen. Our friendship and enmity are based on the principles of Islam.

– As Afghans are returning from abroad to their homeland, I instruct the liaison commission to fulfill all the promises made to them and ensure their safety and security.

– I call on those who are trying to oppose the Islamic system and continue conspiracy inside and outside of the country, to learn from the past, such actions are not in the favor of anyone. It is better to stop such evil deeds and return to a comfortable life under the shadow of the Islamic rule.

– The Islamic Emirate is aware of all the problems that our people are facing. Strengthening the economy, rebuilding the country and removing the remaining problems is a shared responsibility of us and our nation. Let’s work together in all legitimate matters, support each other and rebuild and prosper this country.

I am confident that our people will continue to support the Islamic system and I appreciate the clerics, tribal elders and community leaders who declared their support from the Islamic Emirate and made proposals and recommendations for the benefit of the people in a huge gathering held in Kabul recently.

I call on the clerics and elders to work with the Islamic Emirate for the continuation and stability of peace, security and prosperity.

– The Islamic Emirate pays attention to education, with special emphasize on religious as well as modern studies for children, the Islamic Emirate understands its importance and will work hard for its further enhancement.

– The Islamic Emirate has a Hearing Complaints Authority under the Ministry of Vice and Virtue. Citizens can contact the Hearing Complaints Authority and register their grievances in case of any injustice.

I instruct the hearing complaints staff to be very serious in listening to the complaints of the people, follow up on every complaint well and address it on time and properly, if further action is required they can ask cooperation from the supreme and or military courts.

– It is also the duty of the Islamic Emirate to provide as much health care as possible to the people. Pay more attention to the issue of health, make more efforts to expand health care services across the country through liaising with domestic and international organizations.

– Religious scholars and clerics in coordination with the ministry of vice and virtue, ministry of education and ministry of higher education should pay more attention to raise awareness and understanding of people in religious issues and correct their deeds. Every nation and country can enjoy honor and true peace and prosperity when there is no rebellion against Allah, thus, the task of reforming the people and informing them about the religion has been entrusted to the scholars and clerics, they should still fulfill their responsibilities in this regard, try to reform and enlighten the minds of the people in mosques, gatherings, media and programs and become a mean of good guidance for them.

– The Islamic Emirate is committed to upholding all the rights of its citizens, as Islam commands us to grant and protect the rights of all people, and within the framework of the Sharia law, the rights of women will be ensured.

The Islamic Emirate is committed to freedom of expression in the light of Islamic principles and Sharia as well as country’s national interests, journalist keeping in mind the above and the principles of journalism, can continue their work.

– All talented and professional people with clean background, including, doctors, engineers and all educated cadres who can serve the people, as well as national traders and investors should know that our country is in dire need of their talents, guidance and work. The Islamic Emirate values ​​them, and we will all work together to rebuild our country.

– All security forces of the Islamic Emirate should pay special attention to their daily actions, sincerity and good intentions in service, obedience to their officials and good behavior towards the people, avoid arrogance and conceit and have better harmony among yourselves.

Protection and maintenance of the treasury demands the most attention from all of us, especially weapons, military vehicles, ammunition, government buildings, national property and all things related to the treasury, are the trust of this nation, no one has the right to waste it, spoil it and dispose it.

– Many Afghans were affected by the recent earthquake in some parts of the country, their family members were martyred and injured, May Allah forgive the martyrs and give their family members patience and reward.

This incident was miserable for us and all the countrymen, we all share in their grief and I have given the responsibility to the officials in time to reach to the concerned provinces and provide all possible assistance to the people. I am confident that the officials have done their job transparently and efficiently.

– The Islamic Emirate pays special attention to the needs of the families of the poor, orphans and the disabled and other needy people in the country. The Ministries of Martyrs and Disabled, and Refugees and the Red Crescent Society have been instructed to do everything possible to help the poor, as well as the families of orphans and widows and other needy citizens. It is also the responsibility of the traders and businessmen to pay more attention to their poor countrymen and help them in such difficult economic situation, more specifically during Eid days.

At the end, I would like to once again congratulate all the countrymen on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha and hope that the countrymen will pass the Eid days in a secure and happy atmosphere.

Shaikh-ul Hadith Mawlavi Hibatullah Akhundzadah, The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate

Lunar Year: 1443/12/7

Solar Year: 1401/4/15

Gregorian: July, 6, 2022

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New statement from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Mawlāwī Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Decree on the Prohibition of Poppy Cultivation and All Kinds of Narcotics”

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As per the decree of the supreme leader of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), All Afghans are informed that from now on, cultivation of poppy has been strictly prohibited across the country.

If anyone violates the decree, the crop will be destroyed immediately and the violator will be treated according to the Sharia law.

In addition, usage, transportation, trade, export and import of all types of narcotics such as alcohol, heroin, tablet K, hashish and etc., including drug manufacturing factories in Afghanistan are strictly banned.

Enforcement of this decree is mandatory. The violator will be prosecuted and punished by the judiciary.

Office of the leadership of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

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New release from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’s Hībat Allah Akhūnd Zādah: “Directives To All the Mujāhidīn of the Islamic Emirate”

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Allah Almighty, by His grace and kindness bestowed a great victory on the Mujahideen of the Islamic Emirate, and are now facing a great test.

In order succeed in this great test the Mujahideen must pay serious attention to the following points.

1- All Mujahideen should make their intentions entirely for the willingness of Allah almighty.

2. All elders and youth should adorn its self with the adornment of piety.

3- Always be appluader to Allah, the Almighty, who has blessed you with such a great victory by the blessings of Holy Jihad and His help.

4. Apply justice and impartiality in all matters.

5. Do good to your afflicted people.

6. Abstain of arrogance, pride, wonder, cruelty and betrayal.

7. Strictly avoid nationalisim, regionalism, and languistic diffrences and friendship biasness.

8. Privilege must be based on piety and honesty.

9. Establish an atmosphere of trust and brotherhood among you.

10. Avoid any action that create mistrust.

11- Do not leave the obligation of enjoining the good and forbidding the evil among yourselves. Perform the prayers in congregation.

12- Avoid betrayal in the treasury.

13- Take good care of the families and children of the martyrs and never forget them.

14- Stickily avoid interfering in each other’s affairs.

Leadership of the Islamic Emirate

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