SECURITY — April 1, 2026
Nouristan Security Commander Visits Kamdesh District, Assures Full Control Under Islamic Emirate
Brigadier General Akhtar Mohammad Mazmel, Nouristan Security Commander, visited Kamdesh district and assured locals of full security control under the Islamic Emirate while urging them to disregard foreign propaganda. He met with tribal elders, scholars and youth who pledged their support amid criticism of Pakistan's military regime.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio — 2 min read
KAMDESH, Nouristan (Afghan Verified) -- Brigadier General Akhtar Mohammad Mazmel, Nouristan Security Commander, visited Kamdesh district and assured locals that its security is fully under control.
Mazmel stated that all areas of Kamdesh are under Islamic Emirate authority. He urged residents to ignore foreign propaganda and emphasized the support of eastern Nouristan's people for the Islamic system and security forces.
During the visit, Mazmel met with scholars, tribal elders and youth in Mandegal, Patigal and central Kamdesh. He criticized Pakistan's military regime, saying it has made no progress and lacks the ability to advance.
Locals expressed enduring support for the security forces and pledged to stand with them, according to statements from the meetings.
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Single source from the media office of the Nouristan Security Command provides direct, on-record attribution to named official Brigadier General Akhtar Mohammad Mazmel with concrete details (specific locations: Kamdesh, Mandegal, Patigal; his statements on security and Pakistan). Verifiable fact is 'Mazmel said/performed X'.
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