New Delhi: Days after the Taliban captured Afghanistan leaving the people of Afghanistan in complete distress and chaos, the Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid on Tuesday said that it does not have enmity with anyone and that all have been pardoned by the Islamic emirates by the orders of their leaders.
This was the first-ever press conference and public appearance of the Taliban spokesperson. Mujahid said that the security of foreign embassies is paramount to them, assuring the safety of foreign embassies in Afghanistan.
He also assured that there will be improvement in the country's economy and the people's livelihoods and that the Taliban are committed to providing women with their rights based on cultural framework of Islam. 'Women can work in the health sector and other sectors where they are needed," he added.
The statement comes in contrast to the recent reports of torture and rape of women in the embattled country.
Mujahid highlighted that Afghans have the right to apply rules that match the people's values, urging other countries to respect the rules. He assured the world countries that Afghanistan will not pose any threat to any country.
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Meanwhile, First Vice President of Afghanistan Amullah Saleh claimed that he is the caretaker President now of the war-ravaged nation.
Taking to Twitter Saleh said, "Clarity: As per d constitution of Afg, in the absence, escape, resignation or death of the President the VFP becomes the caretaker President. I am currently inside my country & am the legitimate caretaker President. Am reaching out to all leaders to secure their support & consensus."
After a month-long offensive against the Afghan security forces, the Taliban captured Afghanistan's capital Kabul on Sunday (August 15) and seized power. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani fled the country on Sunday while the Taliban were yet to completely take control of the capital Kabul.
Many Afghan nationals and Indian nationals staying in Kabul also left the country owing to the threat posed by the Taliban.
Earlier today, Indian government successfully evacuated the personnel from its embassy in Kabul.
