The Islamic Emirate has pushed back against recent accusations from the CSTO (Collective Security Treaty Organization), which claimed Afghanistan is still a major source of regional insecurity and drug trafficking.
Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, said Afghanistan has taken serious steps to secure its borders and stop the smuggling of drugs. He insisted that no threats to neighboring countries or CSTO members come from Afghan soil.
“We assure all nations that Afghanistan is not a source of instability. We’ve made significant progress in controlling our borders and cracking down on narcotics. All countries must share the responsibility of keeping the region safe,” said Fitrat.
These comments came after CSTO spokesperson Natalia Khritonova voiced concern over the situation in provinces near Central Asia, urging stronger regional cooperation and tighter control along the Tajik-Afghan border.
Military analyst Kamran Aman criticized the CSTO’s remarks, saying that such claims often reflect the political agendas of countries like Pakistan and Tajikistan, rather than real threats.
It’s important to note that in April 2022, the Islamic Emirate officially banned poppy cultivation and drug trade under a national decree.