Taliban Accused of Escalating Crackdown on Former Afghan Security Forces
Two years after the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, reports indicate a surge in repressive actions against former government security personnel. Local sources in Takhar province have confirmed that Kaminjan, a former bodyguard of General Daoud Daoud—the commander of the 303 Pamir Corps—was killed in an attack by unidentified gunmen.
The incident took place on Saturday, October 25, in the Cheshmeh Garmak area of Farkhar district. A local source claimed that the attackers were affiliated with the Taliban, though the Taliban administration has not yet commented on the matter.
Meanwhile, sources in Daikundi province reported the arrest of a 70-year-old man named Sher Mohammad by the Taliban. He was detained on October 18 while working on agricultural land in the Kajran district. It is believed the reason for his arrest was the previous involvement of his son in the former government’s security forces.
According to the sources, the Taliban demanded that Sher Mohammad hand over weapons. His family reportedly purchased five firearms with personal funds and surrendered them to the Taliban. Nevertheless, he remains in detention.
Reports suggest that Sher Mohammad’s health has deteriorated due to torture while in custody. The Taliban administration has yet to respond to queries regarding his arrest and alleged mistreatment.
These incidents have heightened concerns among families of former military personnel, who fear extrajudicial targeting and persecution by the Taliban. Human rights organizations have consistently called for accountability and an end to such practices.
