POLITICS — June 23, 2026

Former Zabul Deputy Governor Rejects Rumors of Disobeying Islamic Emirate Orders

Mullah Jumah Khan Fateh described the rumors as baseless and affirmed his continued obedience to the Islamic Emirate leadership after being replaced by Mullah Faizullah Tamim.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio2 min read

Former Zabul Deputy Governor Rejects Rumors of Disobeying Islamic Emirate Orders
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Mullah Jumah Khan Fateh has rejected rumors that he disobeyed orders from the leadership of the Islamic Emirate.

The former deputy governor of Zabul called the reports baseless and affirmed that he remains fully obedient and in coordination with leadership decisions. His statement follows his recent replacement in the position by Mullah Faizullah Tamim.

Read the original reporting at Omid Radio

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