Living in exile—especially in Western, noMuslim countries—has a negative impact on a person’s mentality and habits. Over time, one becomes desensitized to wrongdoing, begins to view evil as good, accepts it, and even appears to enjoy it. The ability to discern between desirable truth and horrific tragedy is lost. Such individuals, devoid of any ideology, faith, or belief, support only those things that appear outwardly appealing to them, without seeking the deeper truth—content with superficial appearances.
One of the consequences of the inverted lifestyle in Western countries is not only the detachment from religion and the abandonment of cherished national customs and traditions, but also the loss of sound judgment, awareness, and empathy toward national issues—losing the ability to distinguish right from wrong, good from bad, for their homeland and people. Inability to make informed decisions, turning a blind eye to truths, and blindly following conspiracies are clear signs of such an unrestrained life.
Four years have passed since Afghanistan regained independence from the foreign occupiers. Russia has taken the first steps toward recognizing the caretaker government, accelerating a process that has led some countries to reconsider their engagement with Afghanistan and express interest in expanding relations. One of the initial actions in this process has been the acceptance of diplomats from the caretaker government by various countries.
This development has caused certain members of the Afghan diaspora—those unaware of the realities in Afghanistan and who consider only what biased media presents to them as truth—to hold protests and demonstrations. In Berlin, they gathered in front of the German Foreign Ministry, chanting slogans against the decision.
Some Afghans residing in Berlin protested Germany’s acceptance of diplomats from the caretaker government.
But what is all this commotion about? For whom is it? From where does it originate, and against whom is it directed? What is the objective—whose elimination is being sought? Who benefits from this, and who suffers the consequences? Is it anything other than further destabilizing the situation and undermining peace? Is it anything other than deepening foreign interference and conspiracies against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of this nation? Is it not true that foreign enemies have never wished for the progress and prosperity of this land and its people? Isn’t this the same independence and freedom that communists and capitalists have always seen as a thorn in their eyes and something that keeps them sleepless? Was it not the case that, at one time, they united and committed the most horrific crimes and bloody wars against this nation, violating the people’s honor, dignity, and sanctity?
Today, some of the sons of this soil, raised in the arms of foreigners, are influenced by their superficial glamour and luxury and now chant slogans against their own liberated homeland—seeking not progress and prosperity but a return to war, destruction, and foreign intervention against Islam and the Afghan nation.
Do these migrants not understand how dangerous the consequences of non-engagement with the caretaker government can be on a national level—how it exacerbates the already dire economic, political, and other conditions of the country? Do they not see that after two decades of war, destruction, and instability, if this country remains marginalized and excluded from global affairs, it could seriously harm the foundations of the nation and halt its progress?
Do they not realize that this war-torn nation, after enduring fire, ruin, and near obliteration, has the right to open its path to the world and explore its chances of being recognized and rebuilding?
And if they do understand, then why do they chant slogans of death? Why do they protest and hinder the path of their nation’s progress? Why do they separate themselves from a united nation, empowering the enemy’s claims and fueling their propaganda? Unless, of course, they have sold their souls, become political tools, and taken steps to discredit the image of the caretaker government.
It must not be forgotten that the Afghan nation is Afghanistan itself. This is the same nation that stood tall in global silence and isolation, resisting the multifaceted Western occupation, fighting with courage, sacrificing its invaluable assets to rebuild this country and repair the destruction.
If the country remains isolated in its current condition, the consequences will directly affect the people. It will inflict new wounds on a healing body, drain its blood, bind its feet, and pull it backward—once again dragging this nation into the captivity of neglect and isolation.
Did these protesters not once consider themselves part of this very nation? Were they not once striving to secure their rights and interests? What has changed today that they no longer wish to see this noble nation move forward and emerge with dignity from the test of international engagement?
If the stability, security, and progress of this nation truly mattered to them, they would never participate in such gatherings and slogans. Instead, they would quietly pray for the success of their people, share in their joys, and empathize with their sorrows.
But it seems the story has changed; that deep national and emotional bond has been severed, and now everyone is pursuing their own personal interests—even if it means shackling their own brother and locking him behind bars. For such individuals, concepts like nationality and identity no longer hold any value.
Still, out of goodwill, one must say to them: Instead of standing in the enemy’s ranks and strengthening their position, it would be better to take steps in favor of their own nation and people, to offer constructive views, to consider the peace and happiness of their homeland, to abandon conspiracies and deceit, and not to make themselves more despised in the eyes of friends or more of a pawn in the hands of enemies.
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