Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defense to recruit more forces

The Ministry of National Defense of the Islamic Emirate has announced that the registration process for forces approved by the Security and Vetting Commission to join the ranks of the Islamic National Army has officially begun.

According to the ministry, recruitment centers in the capital and across the provinces are ready to receive applicants.

The ministry stated that registration is conducted upon presentation of a national identity card (tazkira) and an approval form issued by the Security and Vetting Commission. The order to launch the recruitment process was issued by Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, Minister of National Defense.

Military experts say the move is aimed at strengthening the capacity of the security forces and improving preparedness to ensure national security. They believe that increasing the number of trained personnel can both address internal threats and enhance the operational capability of the national army.

Some observers also emphasize that, alongside the Islamic Emirate’s forces, opportunities should be created for other eligible young people to join the security forces.

Previously, a spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate said that in 2025 the number of trained personnel in the Islamic National Army reached 181,000, and more than 100,000 police officers have also received training in various fields.