TALIBAN DECLARES ‘END OF WAR’ IN AFGHANISTAN

The day before, the radical movement Taliban (prohibited in the Russian Federation) occupied government buildings, including the presidential palace, in Kabul. The head of the state, president Ashraf Ghani has fled, explaining this act by his desire to avoid bloodshed.

Subsequently, the Taliban announced the end of the long-term war in Afghanistan.

Last Sunday, the forces of Taliban entered Kabul without any resistance and consistently gained control over state institutions in the capital, including the presidential palace.

After that, the Taliban announced that they control the whole territory of country and intend to make public the fact of creation of the ‘Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan’.

The militants guaranteed an opportunity to leave the city for everyone who wants to. The safety of foreigners and members of diplomatic missions in Afghanistan is also guaranteed. At the same time, planes presumably belonging to the United States depart from Kabul airport with an hourly difference.

Earlier, the Taliban had already gained power in the country. This period lasted for five years, until 2001. During this time, the strictest Sharia law was in force in Afghanistan - and women, who were prohibited from working, getting an education and even playing sports, suffered most. In cases of misconduct, severe corporal punishment or even execution was envisaged. In addition, the Taliban prohibit watching TV, using the Internet and playing musical instruments; it is also prohibited to listen to music and do visual arts.

The Allied invasion in 2001 was provoked by the Taliban's refusal to hand over Osama bin Laden, whom they were hiding after the 9/11 attacks.

Since 2003, the Taliban movement has been recognized as terrorist movement in Russia, and its activities in the country are strictly prohibited.

Eyewitnesses report that there is panic at the airport of Kabul - people are breaking through the barriers, trying to leave Afghanistan. The US military is trying to contain the crowd - warning shots in the air have been reported.

The Taliban said that the new Afghan government will include not only the Taliban, but also other citizens of the country.