‘Islamic Emirate’ supreme leader asks opponents to return home

KABUL (Pajhwok): 'Islamic Emirate' supreme leader Mualvi Hibatullah Akhunzada has said Afghanistan wants good diplomatic, economic and political relations with the world including the US, pledging women’s rights within the framework of Shariah law.

In his Eidul Adha message, the supreme leader said Afghanistan was the common home of all Afghans and all must take part in the county’s reconstruction as a national duty.

“I call on all directions that we do not want enmity with anyone, our arms are open to our countrymen. Our friendship and enmity are based on the principles of Islam.”

About Afghans returning from abroad to their homeland, Akhunzada instructed the liaison commission to fulfill all the promises made to them and ensure their safety and security.

He called on those trying to oppose the Islamic system and continue conspiracy inside and outside of the country, to learn from the past as such actions were not in the favor of anyone. “It is better to stop such evil deeds and return to a comfortable life under the shadow of the Islamic rule.”

He said the Islamic Emirate was aware of all the problems the Afghans currently faced. “Strengthening the economy, rebuilding the country and removing the remaining problems is a shared responsibility of us and our nation. Let's work together in all legitimate matters, support each other and rebuild and prosper this country.”

Akhunzada said many Afghans were affected by the recent earthquake in some parts of the country, their family members were martyred and injured. “May Allah forgive the martyrs and give their family members patience and reward.”

He concluded the Islamic Emirate was committed to upholding all the rights of its citizens as Islam commanded them to grant and protect the rights of all people. “Within the framework of the Sharia law, the rights of women will be ensured.”

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