Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesperson, announced that Hibatullah Akhundzada, the group’s leader, has ordered the registration and marking of the graves of طالبان members killed during the past two decades of war. The directive was issued during a meeting with officials and members of the Ulema councils of Parwan and Kapisa provinces.
According to the order, the graves of killed طالبان fighters must be identified with special plaques and flags. It was also emphasized that, under the supervision of the Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture, booklets and books should be written about these individuals so that what was described as the “history of past jihad” can be passed on to future generations.
This order comes at a time when many families in Afghanistan are facing widespread economic difficulties, poverty, and unemployment. International organizations have repeatedly warned about the worsening humanitarian and livelihood crisis in the country.
Some critics say the Taliban’s focus on highlighting narratives of past wars raises questions about the priorities of the group’s government under current conditions. In their view, addressing economic problems and improving the living conditions of citizens are among Afghanistan’s most urgent needs.
Writer:Salima Aryaei
