DID Press: A recent meeting between senior Taliban provincial governors and the group’s leader in Kandahar reportedly focused on deteriorating security conditions, highlighting growing concerns about instability and the activities of armed opposition groups in parts of Afghanistan.
According to informed sources, the gathering was held on June 4 and chaired by Mullah Shirin, with governors from several key provinces—including Kabul, Herat, Nangarhar, Kunduz, Paktia, and Balkh—in attendance.
Sources familiar with the meeting said that Nasrullah Matiullah reportedly described the security situation in northern Afghanistan as worsening, citing increased activity by groups opposed to Taliban rule.
Khalid Pashtun interpreted the urgent summons of provincial governors to Kandahar as evidence of serious concern within the Taliban leadership over rising insecurity and the potential growth of resistance movements.
Pashtun argued that increases in urban crime, including theft and killings, contradict official claims of improved security. He also alleged that corruption within judicial and administrative institutions has weakened public confidence and contributed to broader instability.
The former lawmaker further warned that economic hardship, unequal distribution of resources, and disputes over natural resource revenues could fuel social tensions in the future.
Meanwhile, Taliban sources stated that Hibatullah Akhundzada reiterated calls for adherence to the group’s declared general amnesty policy and urged local officials to prevent acts of revenge and reduce social tensions.
The reported discussions underscore continuing debates over security, governance, and political stability in Afghanistan as the country faces economic and social challenges.