In Paktika province, the Afghan Taliban have once again exposed their duplicity. Local Taliban officials openly escorted the bodies of several slain Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in official vehicles. The bodies were taken to Barmal district for burial, revealing the close ties between the Taliban and the TTP.
This act tears apart the Taliban’s false claims that TTP fighters do not operate from Afghan soil. Their actions prove that Afghanistan has become a sanctuary for militants despite repeated denials. By honoring TTP traitors who shed Pakistani blood, the Taliban have unmasked their double game before the world.
Most importantly, this incident directly violates the Doha Agreement. That accord makes it clear that Afghanistan must not be used as a safe haven for terrorists. The Taliban pledged to stop providing shelter and support to extremist groups. Yet their own officials are now escorting the bodies of TTP members with state vehicles. This is not just a breach of the Doha Agreement but also a blatant show of defiance against international commitments.
The Taliban’s deception has been laid bare. They continue to lie about the presence of TTP in Afghanistan while secretly facilitating and glorifying them. Their actions not only endanger Pakistan’s security but also destabilize the region. With every such move, the Taliban break the promises made under the Doha Agreement and expose their betrayal of trust.
Observers say the Taliban have broken the devil’s horn through their duplicity. Their so-called assurances of peace now stand meaningless. Pakistan and the international community must take serious note of this violation of the Doha Agreement, as Afghanistan is fast becoming a breeding ground for terrorists once again.
