POLITICS — April 9, 2026
Islamic Emirate Announces New Appointments by Decree of Amir al-Mu'minin
Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, announced new appointments by decree of the Amir al-Mu'minin, including changes in police commands in Takhar and Kandahar, a defense ministry role, and the head of Zabul University.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — 2 min read
KABUL — Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, announced several new appointments issued by decree of the Amir al-Mu'minin.
Mullah Musa Kalim Abunasr, previously commander of the 4th security district in Kandahar province, has been appointed as police commander of Takhar province.
Mullah Ruh al-Amin Ruhani, former deputy of Corps 203 Mansuri, has been named commander of the Support Brigade of the Ministry of National Defense.
Mullah Abdul Ali, also known as Mullah Agha and previously police commander of Takhar province, has been appointed as commander of the 4th security district in Kandahar province.
Mullah Azizullah Tayeb, former head of the Ulema Council of Zabul, has been appointed as head of Zabul University.
The appointments reflect personnel changes in provincial security leadership, defense ministry roles, and educational administration across Takhar, Kandahar, and Zabul provinces.
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Single source provides direct, on-record attribution from named spokesperson Mullah Zabihullah Mujahid with concrete, checkable details including named individuals and specific positions previously held.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. RTA: "esteemed decree" (عالیقدر) and "may God protect him" (حفظهالله) are reverential honorifics that express devotion and elevate the leader's authority with advocacy phrasing.
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