KABUL: Dancing to loud patriotic music and taking selfies, supporters of the Taliban rallied in central Kabul on Saturday (Aug 15) to rejoice the federal government’s 5 years in energy.
A whole lot of Afghans gathered simply metres from the previous embassy of the US, whose drawdown of troops resulted within the chaotic exit of foreign forces in 2021.
Folks packed into automobiles, spilled out of home windows, sunroofs, or the again of pick-up vans, waving the brilliant white flag of the Taliban authorities.
The authorities have confronted criticism for imposing their strict interpretation of Islamic legislation on Afghans, with significantly tight guidelines reserved for ladies and women, however some had been thrilled with the anniversary.
“We’re very hopeful and comfortable for Afghanistan’s future,” mentioned 28-year-old Mohammad Daud Rahmani, who owns a development enterprise in southern Kandahar.
