Taliban Interior Ministry Denies Contact with Foreign Intelligence Agencies

The Taliban-run Ministry of Interior has strongly rejected a Financial Times report alleging that its spokesperson had engaged in contact with defense and intelligence agencies from Russia, China, the United States, and several European countries.

In a statement, the ministry claimed that its spokesperson never made such remarks and that no official Taliban source had confirmed any such interactions. Without providing evidence, the ministry described the media report as part of what it called a “propaganda war” against the Taliban administration.

The statement asserted that the purpose of such reports is to create negative perceptions among the public, undermine political independence, and erode public trust in the Taliban. It further argued that such publications contradict the legal principles of freedom of expression and media ethics.

The ministry also urged media outlets to adhere to professional journalism standards and refrain from publishing what it labeled as “fabricated” reports. It added that such claims would not affect its stance or policies regarding national security and independence.

This comes as international reports have repeatedly accused the Taliban of holding secret contacts with regional countries and global powers—allegations the group has routinely denied.