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IEA Supreme Leader issues Eid al-Adha message
Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada reiterated that the core objective of the Islamic Emirate’s rule is the full implementation of Islamic Sharia law
Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), issued his Eid al-Adha message on Wednesday, underscoring key themes of religious governance, national unity, economic self-reliance, and solidarity with the people of Palestine.
In his address, Akhundzada reiterated that the core objective of the Islamic Emirate’s rule is the full implementation of Islamic Sharia law and adherence to the religious directives issued under his leadership. He called on all officials within the Emirate to refrain from interfering in each other’s responsibilities and to govern in consultation with Islamic scholars.
Akhundzada emphasized the importance of providing comprehensive support to Afghan returnees, urging authorities to facilitate their resettlement, employment, and welfare.
He also stressed the need for independence from foreign aid and influence, particularly in economic and humanitarian matters.
In a pointed directive to the judiciary, he instructed judges to rule based solely on the nature of the crime, rather than an individual’s social status or identity, and once again declared obedience to his orders as “obligatory” for all officials and citizens under the Islamic system.
The IEA leader strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing military operations in Gaza, expressing unwavering support for the Palestinian people. He demanded an immediate halt to civilian killings and called for an end to what he described as “Zionist occupation.”
Addressing the business community, Akhundzada urged Afghan entrepreneurs to work toward national self-sufficiency, noting that the sustainability of the Islamic Emirate depends significantly on a stable and self-reliant economy.
He also called on students, particularly those in religious seminaries, schools, and universities, to focus diligently on their studies and avoid wasting time on what he termed “useless distractions.”
Akhundzada’s message reflects the Islamic Emirate’s continued emphasis on strict religious governance, internal discipline, and resistance to international influence, while facing persistent domestic and global criticism over human rights and gender equality issues.
During Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi, India and Russia issued a joint statement highlighting their close coordination on Afghanistan. Both sides appreciated the ongoing dialogue between their respective Security Councils and underscored the significance of the Moscow Format meetings in promoting regional stability.
The leaders welcomed counter-terrorism efforts targeting international terrorist groups, including ISIS, ISKP, and their affiliates, expressing confidence in a comprehensive and effective approach to combating terrorism in Afghanistan. They also stressed the urgent need to ensure uninterrupted humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people.
India and Russia have maintained close ties on regional security, particularly concerning developments in Afghanistan following the Islamic Emirate’s return to power in 2021. The Moscow Format, a diplomatic platform including Afghanistan’s neighbors, has played a key role in facilitating dialogue on peace, stability, and counter-terrorism in the region.
Five civilians were killed and five others wounded in firing by Pakistani troops on Spin Boldak district of Kandahar province late on Friday, sources told Ariana News.
The attack comes two days after a new round of peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan reportedly ended without a breakthrough, though both sides agreed to continue their fragile ceasefire.
The recent talks in Saudi Arabia were the latest in a series of meetings hosted by Qatar, Turkey and Saudi Arabia aimed at easing tensions after deadly clashes near the Durand Line in October. Dozens were killed in the clashes in October.
Islamabad claims that Afghanistan-based militants carried out the recent attacks in Pakistan. Kabul denies the allegations, saying it cannot be held responsible for security inside Pakistan.
Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, said Afghan forces had responded to the recent Pakistani attacks.
Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesman Tahir Hussain Andrabi says both Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, who visited Islamabad on Thursday, expressed their mutual commitment to a peaceful, stable Afghanistan with a sustainable future for the Afghan people.
Speaking in a press conference on Friday, Andrabi stated that both sides agreed that the Islamic Emirate must fulfill its obligations toward the international community and take concrete steps against terrorist groups to address Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns.
This comes while the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has repeatedly emphasized that no terrorist groups operate from Afghan territory and that it will not allow anyone to use Afghan soil against any country.
The Islamic Emirate has also stated that Pakistan’s security concerns are an internal issue of that country, and Pakistan itself must take measures to prevent any security incidents.
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