POLITICS — April 9, 2026
Islamic Emirate Borders Minister: Afghans Will Never Accept Durand Line Fencing
Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's Borders Minister Noorullah Noori stated that Afghans will never accept the Durand Line fencing and that the country shares no official border with Pakistan. He praised the Islamic Emirate's role in resolving ethnic conflicts and promoting unity, a view shared by other participants in a meeting with analysts and influencers.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Ariana News — 2 min read

KABUL — Noorullah Noori, Minister of Borders, Ethnicities and Tribes for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, stated that Afghans will never accept the barbed wire fencing along the Durand Line, comparing it to barbed wire on the chest of the people.
Noori reiterated that Afghanistan shares no official border with Pakistan, a position he said has been announced many times.
He made these remarks during a meeting in his office with political analysts, ethnic influencers and university professors. Noori praised the Islamic Emirate for resolving ethnic conflicts, protecting borders and fostering national unity.
Mohammad Ali Jan Ahmad, Deputy Minister for Jirgas and Tribal Coordination Affairs, stated that ideological and doctrinal unity is key to success for any society and system.
Political analysts and ethnic influencers at the meeting emphasized unity with the ruling system and commitment to defending Afghanistan's territorial integrity, echoing Noori's sentiments.
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Single source provides direct, on-record statements from named officials Noorullah Noori (Minister) and Mohammad Ali Jan Ahmad (Deputy) during a specific meeting; 'X said Y' is concrete and attributable.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Ariana News: "سیمخاردار بر سینه مردم" ("barbed wire on the chest of the people") – visceral metaphor evoking pain and injury to frame the fencing emotionally; "هرگز نمیپذیرند" ("will never accept") – absolute rejection with strong emotional stance; praise like "نظام حاکم برخاسته از میان مردم" ("ruling system arisen from the midst of the people") and conflict resolutions – advocacy phrasing that positively frames the regime's achievements.
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