Mujahid: Intelligence Shared by Afghanistan Led to ISIS Arrests in Pakistan

December 24, 2025
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24 Dec 2025

According to Mujahid, the Islamic Emirate not only raised these concerns in meetings but also called for the destruction of these hideouts.

After Mohammad Goran, an ISIS-K member, was arrested by Turkish intelligence, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, stated that the arrest of ISIS members across the hypothetical Durand Line is the result of intelligence provided by Afghanistan.

He emphasized that recent operations in which several ISIS-K affiliates have been arrested are essentially the outcome of intelligence shared and publicized by Afghanistan.

Zabihullah Mujahid said: “We had discovered information about ISIS hideouts on the other side of the Durand Line, and it was discussed and shared. In meetings, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan also formally objected and called for the elimination of these hideouts. The recent arrests of ISIS members are in some way the result of the intelligence we shared publicly and provided to all.”

According to Mr. Mujahid, the Islamic Emirate not only raised these concerns in meetings but also officially voiced its objections and called for the destruction of these hideouts.

The spokesperson added that these centers must be closed as soon as possible to prevent ISIS from being used against any country. He referred to ISIS as a “sinister phenomenon” and stressed that fostering ISIS must be completely ended.

Mr. Mujahid added: “These hideouts must be shut down as soon as possible, and ISIS and this sinister phenomenon must not be used against any country. The fostering of ISIS must end.”

Meanwhile, Al-Marsad media has reported that Mohammad Goran, an ISIS-K member arrested by Turkish intelligence, had been trained in Balochistan.
The outlet, citing its sources, stated that Goran, under the alias Yahya, traveled from Turkey to Iran, and from there to Balochistan, where he received six months of training.

This comes a day after Turkish media reported that Mohammad Goran had pledged to carry out attacks in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Turkey, and Europe before being arrested by Turkish intelligence.

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Kabul Governor Denies Internal Divisions in Islamic Emirate

December 24, 2025
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23 Dec 2025

Speaking at a community gathering in Kabul, Obaid stressed the importance of unity and maintaining the current system.

The Governor of Kabul, Aminullah Obaid, has emphasized that there are no internal disagreements among Islamic Emirate officials and urged the public not to believe rumors suggesting otherwise.

Speaking at a community gathering in Kabul, Obaid stressed the importance of unity and maintaining the current system.

He stated: “All ministers, governors, district chiefs, and department heads operate under the unified leadership of the Emir of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and are carrying out their duties accordingly. Certain corrupt and ill-intentioned circles are spreading false propaganda against the Islamic Emirate.”

Mohammad Idris Anwari, the Governor of Parwan, also spoke at the event, saying: “Our unity is solely based on Islam and the divine system of Allah. The current system in our country is a truly Islamic system, and its laws are derived from the Holy Quran.”

A Deputy Minister of Interior Affairs also addressed the gathering, asserting that Western countries have fueled ethnic and sectarian divisions in Afghanistan over the past two decades and are still spending millions of dollars to conduct propaganda against the Islamic Emirate.

Abdul Haq Makhdoom, Deputy Minister for Policy and Strategy at the Ministry of Interior, added: “Billions of dollars have been spent on propaganda aimed at misrepresenting the system to the people portraying good as evil and security as insecurity.”

At the conclusion of the event, several prominent families from Kohdaman, who had been in conflict for over 20 years, reconciled.

The spokesperson for the Parwan governor’s office said these long-standing hostilities were resolved through the mediation of religious scholars and local officials from both Parwan and Kabul provinces.

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U.S. Afghan Allies Fear Deportation Amid Immigration Freeze, Afghan Pilot Voices Concern

December 24, 2025
Khaama Press

Afghan refugees evacuated for aiding U.S. forces face detention or deportation under strict immigration policies, leaving thousands uncertain about their safety and future.

Afghan allies who assisted U.S. forces in Afghanistan now fear deportation as Trump-era immigration policies halt visas, Green Cards, and Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs), reports The Guardian.

Ali, a former Afghan Air Force pilot evacuated in 2021, described the chaos during Kabul’s fall. He flew his military aircraft to Uzbekistan to prevent Taliban capture and now works as an Uber driver in the U.S. while continuing aviation training.

Thousands of Afghan SIV applicants, including interpreters, journalists, human rights activists, and former government employees, remain in legal limbo, awaiting relocation to the U.S., according to Reuters. Many face uncertainty and fear during routine immigration appointments due to policy suspensions.

The Trump administration halted SIV processing, Afghan visa issuance, and Green Card approvals after security incidents in the U.S., leaving refugee families separated and unable to reunite. Legal experts warn these policies endanger lives and violate commitments to Afghan allies, reports CNN.

Humanitarian organizations have called for resuming refugee processing, emphasizing that delayed relocation risks lives of those who aided U.S. missions. Over 130 groups issued a joint statement urging policy reversal.

Ali highlighted the human toll; his family fled Afghanistan, his fiancée remains under Taliban rule, and his 13-year-old sister faces restricted freedoms. Despite fears, he expressed gratitude toward the American people who supported Afghan refugees.

The policy freeze has broader implications, undermining U.S. credibility as a reliable ally and creating widespread fear among Afghan-American communities. Refugees now navigate uncertainty while the threat of deportation looms.

Without urgent policy intervention, Afghan refugees face life-threatening risks if returned to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Advocates stress the U.S. must honor prior commitments to those who risked their lives alongside American forces.

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Afghan Refugees in U.S. Face Christmas ICE Reporting Orders, Raising Legal and Humanitarian Concerns

December 24, 2025
Khaama Press

Afghan refugees in the United States have received ICE notices to report on Christmas Day, sparking concerns over legal access, stress, and enforcement during the holidays.

Afghan refugees in the United States have been asked to report to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices on Christmas Day, Afghan Evacuee Organization (Afghan Evac) said on Tuesday.

The letters, dated December 25, instruct recipients to comply with a “scheduled reporting” requirement, prompting concern from advocates who note that federal courts and legal offices are closed during the holiday period.

Shawn Vandiver, head of Afghan Evac, described the notices as “deeply troubling,” warning that refugees may face enforcement actions without access to legal counsel or support.

This move is part of intensified immigration policies under the Trump administration targeting Afghan nationals who entered the U.S. legally under refugee or humanitarian programs. Legal analysts have expressed concern over the potential impact on vulnerable populations.

ICE operations continue across multiple states, including Ohio and Minnesota, with at least 400 Afghan refugees reportedly detained in Minnesota alone, according to local media reports.

Many Afghan refugees arrived in the U.S. following the Taliban takeover in 2021. They often rely on U.S.-based humanitarian organizations and legal aid to navigate complex immigration proceedings. Past policies have generated uncertainty over visa renewals, resettlement support, and access to services.

Critics argue that scheduling enforcement on major holidays imposes unnecessary stress on displaced populations and undermines procedural fairness.

Human rights organizations are urging U.S. authorities to reschedule reporting requirements, ensuring Afghan refugees can access legal representation and avoid additional hardships.

These developments have attracted attention from national media and refugee advocacy groups, highlighting the tension between U.S. immigration enforcement and the humanitarian obligations toward Afghan evacuees.

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Pakistani Clerics Say Banning Girls’ Education Has No Religious Justification

December 23, 2025
Khaama Press

Pakistani religious scholars declared that banning girls’ education in Afghanistan has no religious basis, urging the Kabul administration to immediately reopen schools for female students.

A group of Pakistani religious scholars under the “Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam” umbrella criticized the Kabul administration on Monday for denying girls access to education. The meeting was held in Karachi and presided over by Maulana Fazlur Rehman.

In a statement issued after the gathering, the clerics stressed that “depriving girls of education has no justification in Islam” and urged the Kabul administration to immediately reopen schools and educational institutions to female students. They emphasized that education for both men and women is a “religious obligation,” warning that ongoing restrictions harm Afghanistan society, future generations, and the country’s international standing.

The clerics also condemned the use of Afghanistan territory for launching attacks against Pakistan and called for resolving disputes through dialogue. They denounced armed militancy and TTP activities inside Pakistan, describing them as both legally and religiously unacceptable. Maulana Fazlur Rehman added that regional tensions should be addressed through negotiations and restraint rather than military action.

Since returning to power, the Kabul administration has banned girls from attending schools beyond grade six, as well as universities and higher education institutions. This policy has drawn condemnation from Afghanistan citizens, the broader Islamic community, and the international community, all of whom have repeatedly called for the reinstatement of women’s educational rights.

The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) maintains a presence along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, complicating relations between Islamabad and Kabul. Pakistan has accused Taliban authorities of providing safe haven to TTP militants, a claim denied by the Kabul administration but partially confirmed by UN reports.

Pakistani scholars highlighted that continued restrictions on female education in Afghanistan violate Islamic principles and urged immediate corrective measures. They also emphasized the moral and social obligations of the Kabul administration to safeguard the rights of girls and women.

The clerics’ statement came amid heightened regional tensions following Pakistani military operations in Afghanistan border areas in recent months. These operations, intended to target TTP militants, have escalated cross-border clashes and strained bilateral relations.

Political parties in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have also urged both Pakistan and the Kabul administration to resume dialogue to resolve tensions and reopen border crossings, stressing the importance of trade and cross-border cooperation for regional stability.

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Red Cross Says Nearly Half of Afghanistan’s Population Is Needing Aid in 2025

December 23, 2025

Nearly half of Afghanistan’s population will need humanitarian assistance in 2025, the Red Cross said, warning that conflict, poverty, climate shocks and mass returns are worsening conditions.

Afghanistan remains gripped by one of the world’s gravest humanitarian crises, with nearly half of its population expected to depend on aid in 2025, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has warned.

In a report released on Monday, the ICRC said about 22.9 million people will need humanitarian assistance next year, reflecting the deepening impact of decades of war, economic collapse and recurring natural disasters.

The organisation said widespread unemployment, the erosion of livelihoods and limited access to healthcare have sharply worsened living conditions, particularly in rural and conflict-affected areas.

According to the report, the crisis is hitting the most vulnerable hardest, including malnourished children, elderly people, persons with disabilities, female-headed households and daily wage labourers.

Climate-related shocks such as earthquakes, droughts and floods are compounding the emergency, while the large-scale return of migrants from Pakistan and Iran is placing additional strain on fragile communities.

The ICRC said the influx of returnees is increasing pressure on essential services, including healthcare, water supply, food systems and shelter, especially in border provinces already struggling to cope.

In response, the ICRC said it is expanding emergency relief, healthcare support, livelihood assistance, mine victim services, water and electricity projects, prison programmes and aid for displaced people and returnees, while urging sustained international support.

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Pakistani Opposition Parties Urge Improved Ties with Afghanistan

December 23, 2025
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22 Dec 2025

The Pakistan Awami Workers Party, during the meeting, called for the reopening of trade routes and the resumption of commerce with Afghanistan.

A two-day meeting of opposition parties in Pakistan and several political figures was held in Islamabad from December 20 to 21.

In a 13-point resolution issued at the end of the conference, participants expressed concern over rising tensions between Kabul and Islamabad and called for the improvement of relations with Afghanistan.

The deputy leader of Pakistan’s Jamaat-e-Islami party, Liaqat Baloch, also voiced concern over the worsening ties between Afghanistan and Pakistan, emphasizing the need for stronger bilateral relations.

He stated: “Relations with Afghanistan are deteriorating. The growing distance between Afghanistan and Pakistan has become dangerously concerning for our future, and this is a matter for the government. If relations between Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan are improved, the path to political and economic stability will become clearer.”

The Pakistan Awami Workers Party, during the meeting, called for the reopening of trade routes and the resumption of commerce with Afghanistan.

A member of the party said: “I urge the government and ministers of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to play their part in reopening all closed trade routes between Pakistan and Afghanistan.”

Several former security officials from tribal regions criticized Pakistan’s approach toward Afghanistan and expressed concern over the continuation of current policies.

Mahmood Shah, former security chief of the tribal areas, remarked: “I believe it was a major mistake to engage in a conflict with Afghanistan as part of the western front. Furthermore, the internal situation of the country is also alarming, we are collapsing from within.”

The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, stressed the need to implement the decisions of the “Aman Jirga” (Peace Assembly) regarding ties with Afghanistan. He warned that secretive decisions by the central government on sensitive issues could fuel public dissatisfaction.

Afridi emphasized: “In the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Aman Jirga, it was recommended that all stakeholders, from the provincial government to parliament and tribal elders, be consulted, and that decisions be made collectively to achieve positive results. This country cannot move forward with such practices. People are growing more hostile toward institutions, which leads to their weakening and greater public discontent.”

Previously, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had insisted during the “Aman Jirga” that relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have a direct impact on the province, and therefore, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa should be included in dialogue processes with Afghanistan.

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Japan Backs Doha Process as Key Path for Afghanistan’s Global Reintegration

December 23, 2025
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22 Dec 2025

In remarks to TOLOnews, the Japanese diplomat emphasized that Japan supports the Doha process and actively participates in it.

The Japanese ambassador in Kabul stated the Doha process is effective in addressing Afghanistan’s issues due to its inclusivity.

In remarks to TOLOnews, the Japanese diplomat emphasized that Japan supports the Doha process and actively participates in it.

Kenichi Masamoto said: “In my view, no other process is as effective as the Doha process. Japan will continue its active participation. The process includes a broad range of participants, and the current Afghan government is also part of it.”

The ambassador added that the ultimate goal of the political track of the Doha process is to reintegrate Afghanistan into the international community, a goal he described as very important for both the global community and the current Afghan government.

Masamoto stated that Japan, understanding the significance of the Doha meetings on Afghanistan, is working with other countries on building trust in specific areas.

He said: “The ultimate goal of the political track is the reintegration of Afghanistan into the international community. This is a very important objective for the Afghan people, the current authorities, and the global community, including neighboring countries. At present, we are working on building trust in specific areas.”

Several political analysts also described the participation of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in the Doha meetings, and the role of the process in reintegrating Afghanistan into the global community, as significant.

Political analyst Moein Gul Samkanai said: “We currently have two major platforms for discussions on Afghanistan: the Doha meetings and the Moscow format. It is essential that we participate in both.”

The third round of the Doha meeting on Afghanistan was held on July 4, 2024, with the participation of special representatives from over 25 countries and a delegation led by Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. However, the date for the fourth round of Doha has yet to be announced.

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Economic Crisis in Iran Forces Thousands of Afghans to Return Home

December 23, 2025
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22 Dec 25

Others who were residing in Iran illegally reported being detained and deported.

The worsening economic crisis in Iran has led to a rise in the number of Afghan migrants leaving the country.

In recent months, thousands of Afghan migrants have departed Iran, citing rising prices and the devaluation of the Iranian currency as their main reasons for leaving.

One returning migrant said: “I came to Iran, but the job situation was not satisfying. With the Iranian currency losing value, staying no longer makes sense. I’m returning to Afghanistan to open my own shop.”

Another migrant added: “The Iranian currency has drastically dropped. I can barely make $300 a month, and by the end, there’s nothing left.”

Others who were residing in Iran illegally reported being detained and deported.

A deported migrant shared: “I had no legal documents. My children didn’t either. They were arrested while working.”

Iranian officials have cited economic pressures and security concerns as the main reasons for the increased deportations of Afghan migrants.

They have stated that up to 800,000 more individuals could be deported in the coming months.

Abdul Zuhor Mudaber, an economic expert, commented: “Some of these returning migrants possess valuable skills and expertise. They could contribute to the workforce, so their local businesses should be supported.”

According to recent reports, the value of Iran’s national currency has dropped by 32 to 33 percent since the beginning of the current year, leading to an unprecedented rise in inflation over the past nine months.

Statistics also show that over six million Afghan nationals are currently in Iran. Of this number, around 1.6 million have been deported since the start of this solar year (1404).

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Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Urges World to Expand Economic Ties Instead of Sanctions

December 20, 2025
Khaama Press

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar urged the world to expand economic ties instead of imposing sanctions, as Afghanistan faces a deepening economic crisis, high unemployment, widespread poverty, and restrictions on women’s education.

Taliban deputy prime minister for economic affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar on Saturday urged regional and global countries to expand economic ties with Afghanistan, calling for engagement rather than sanctions and political pressure.

According to a statement issued by Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat, Baradar made the remarks while inaugurating a commercial market in Balkh province, presenting trade and investment as key pillars of economic recovery.

Baradar said a stable and economically resilient Afghanistan would not threaten other nations, arguing that closer regional cooperation could contribute to shared prosperity and strengthen cross-border connectivity.

He said the Taliban administration supports broad-based economic and political engagement at regional and international levels, including transit trade, infrastructure development and private-sector investment.

The comments come as Afghanistan’s main trade routes with Pakistan have remained largely closed for more than two months following rising tensions between the Taliban and Islamabad, disrupting imports, exports and supply chains.

Baradar has previously warned that Afghanistan could block imports of Pakistani goods, including medicines, a move economists say could worsen shortages and push prices higher in domestic markets.

Afghanistan is meanwhile grappling with a deep humanitarian and economic crisis. United Nations agencies estimate that more than half of the population depends on aid, while poverty has surged since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.

Aid groups say unemployment affects as much as 75% of the workforce, with the collapse of foreign aid, banking restrictions and limited investment leaving millions struggling to secure food, healthcare and basic services.

The economic hardship is compounded by sweeping social restrictions, including bans on girls’ education beyond the sixth grade, exclusion of women from universities and limits on female employment, policies Western governments cite as major barriers to restoring normal economic relations.

Diplomats and analysts say sustained sanctions relief and foreign investment are unlikely unless the Taliban ease education and social restrictions, warning that continued isolation risks deepening Afghanistan’s economic collapse and humanitarian emergency.

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