Taliban leader rejects Western influence: "We will create our own laws"
The Taliban leader claims that Afghanistan does not need Western laws and that the regime will establish its own legal framework.
Taliban Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada has reaffirmed the regime's stance on Afghanistan's legal independence, asserting that the country "does not need Western laws." In a recent speech in Kabul, Akhundzada declared that the Taliban government will establish its own legal system based on Islamic Sharia law, rejecting any foreign interference.
"We don't need Western laws"
Since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021, the international community has urged the group to respect human rights and modernize its legal structure. However, Akhundzada was blunt:
"Western laws have no place in Afghanistan. We don't need interference from other countries. We will follow our own tradition and create our own legal framework based on Islam."
This announcement reinforces the isolation of the regime, which has already restricted numerous rights and freedoms, especially for women, limiting their access to education and work.
The impact of this decision
The Taliban leader's statement is raising international concerns. Organizations such as the United Nations and Human Rights Watch have condemned the tightening of policies in Afghanistan, warning that the country risks becoming an even more repressive state.
On the other hand, the Taliban regime still lacks official diplomatic recognition from most countries, which has led to a profound economic and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.
International Reactions
Akhundzada's statements have been met with strong criticism in the West. Governments such as the United States and the European Union have reiterated that any cooperation with Afghanistan will depend on respect for human rights and the inclusion of women in society.
Meanwhile, the Afghan population continues to face extreme hardship, with economic collapse, food shortages, and social restrictions affecting millions of people.
What's next for Afghanistan?
The Taliban regime's stance suggests it will continue to strengthen its rule under strict Islamic norms, making any rapprochement with the international community difficult. However, the humanitarian crisis could force the group to negotiate certain concessions to receive aid.
Afghanistan's future remains uncertain, but what is certain is that the Taliban has no intention of bowing to Western pressure.
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