The Islamic Emirate’s spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid says Afghanistan is confronting a propaganda war, stating that intelligence circles from several major and powerful countries are spending heavily through various channels to distort the positive efforts of the Islamic Emirate and portray the situation as hopeless for the people.

Mujahid made these remarks in an interview with Ariana News.

“Afghanistan is facing a propaganda war. Intelligence agencies of major countries and powers are attempting to launch extensive propaganda campaigns through strong media channels, misrepresenting positive developments as negative, sowing discord, disheartening the people, and disregarding progress,” Mujahid added.

In response to global concerns over increasing restrictions on women and girls, he said that women’s rights in Afghanistan are “more secure than ever,” asserting that any existing limitations are based on Islamic Sharia.

He also confirmed that US financial aid packages to Afghanistan continue, though their scale has diminished.

He, however, clarified that these funds do not belong to the IEA and are instead allocated as humanitarian aid through relief organizations.

“This money is sent to support institutions, and the US collaborates with them as a donor. Yes, the funds are flowing, but I believe the amount has decreased. Let me reiterate: this money does not go to the Afghan government, nor is it used for the country’s reconstruction. It is purely humanitarian aid, which has been ongoing for years,” he added.

In this interview, Mujahid also accused Pakistan of supporting Daesh, saying that Islamabad provides safe havens for the group in the Mastung region, from where Daesh organizes attacks against other nations, particularly Afghanistan.