Afghan Taliban enforces ban on TTP activists

Kabul: The Afghan Taliban has imposed a strict ban on activists associated with the outlawed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), currently based in Afghanistan.

This ban explicitly forbids TTP members from carrying weapons and wearing unauthorized military uniforms.

The video of an Afghan Taliban military commander addressing the Pakistani Taliban in Khost has been widely circulated on social media platforms.

In his address, the commander underlined that individuals who do not possess official identification from the Islamic Emirate are prohibited from carrying weapons.

Additionally, unauthorized individuals are strictly barred from donning army uniforms.

Within the video, the commander emphasized the value of Pakistani Taliban members who are residing as refugees in Afghanistan.

He also announced a complete ban on the use of dark-tinted vehicle glasses.

It was emphasized that after this warning, no further alerts or advisories would be issued.

Maulvi Muhammad Sabir, the commander mentioned in the video, revealed that a comprehensive surveillance system is being implemented in Khost.

Approximately 15 cameras will be installed to monitor key locations throughout the city.