Taliban Chief Declares Western Democracy Extinct in Afghanistan, Emphasizes Sharia Law Dominance
Kandahar, Afghanistan – In a recent sermon during the Eid Al-Fitr observance, the chief of the Taliban, Hibatullah Akhundzada, delivered a strong message underscoring a commitment to enforcing sharia law over Western ideologies, including democracy. Akhundzada articulated a vision of independence from Western legislative influences, emphasizing the creation of a governance system rooted solely in Islamic law. During the 50-minute sermon held at Kandahar’s Eidgah Mosque, Akhundzada pronounced democracy ineffective in Afghanistan under the current Islamic rule. He presented his government’s ideological stance as a safeguard against Western encroachment, framing these views in the context … Read more