Afghanistan’s Supreme Shiite Commission Holds Emergency Meeting Over Rising Insecurity in West Kabul
Following a sharp increase in insecurity in west Kabul, the Supreme Shiite Commission of Afghanistan held an emergency meeting to assess the security situation in the area. The commission’s leadership members expressed deep concern over recent incidents and stressed the urgent need to protect citizens and implement practical solutions.
According to sources, targeted criminal activities have escalated in west Kabul in recent weeks, where the majority of the residents are Hazara. Armed robberies and targeted attacks have caused widespread fear among the population and diminished public trust in security provision.
Reports indicate that some residents in parts of west Kabul have been compelled to establish night watch rotations to protect their lives and property. This grassroots initiative comes despite security agencies having the fundamental responsibility of ensuring citizens’ safety.
Mohammad Ali Akhlaqi, head of the Supreme Shiite Commission, emphasized the necessity of unity and addressing the core issues of the Shiite community during the leadership meeting. Additionally, Ali Akbar Jamshidi, the commission’s deputy, presented a report outlining the Shiite community’s demands from the Taliban administration.
The commission’s leadership decided to prioritize rigorous follow-up on the security and social matters affecting citizens. They called for effective and practical measures to prevent the continuation of insecurity.
These developments occur amid ongoing claims by Taliban officials of nationwide security provision. However, the rise in targeted criminal incidents in west Kabul and other areas contradicts these assertions and has caused serious concern among residents.
