Amid the intensification of Israeli attacks on Iran, a number of Kabul residents have expressed concern over the continuation of the crisis and stressed the importance of unity among Islamic countries.
As tensions between Iran and Israel enter their fourth day, Kabul residents say the ongoing military conflict between the two nations will only lead to further humanitarian disaster.
They believe Islamic countries should take concrete and unified steps to halt the war and preserve regional peace.
Mohammad Almas Mohmand, a resident of Kabul, said: “When war is imposed upon you, it is necessary to defend yourself. This is not just Iran’s war, it is a war of the Islamic Ummah. Therefore, Islamic countries must unite and put an end to their internal disputes.”
Mati, another Kabul resident, said: “Iran is our neighboring country, and naturally, its conflict will affect Afghanistan as well. The war has become a source of concern for Afghans, because we have refugees in Iran, as well as trade relations. So the situation is impactful for us.”
Other citizens also pointed to the shared border between Afghanistan and Iran, warning that continued hostilities could have negative consequences for Afghanistan, and called on Israel to stop its attacks.
Mahboob-ul-Haq told TOLOnews: “I call on Israel to halt further attacks and to end its assaults on the people of Palestine and Iran.”
Abdul Baes, another Kabul resident, said: “We do not support war because innocent people are being killed. We want both sides to reach an understanding and bring an end to the conflict.”
Social media users have also reacted strongly, condemning Israel’s attacks on Iran and voicing support for Iran in various posts.