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Govt. to Enforce Tight Security Ahead of Hekmatyar’s Arrival

Govt. to Enforce Tight Security Ahead of Hekmatyar’s Arrival

KABUL - the Afghan government and officials of Hizb-e-Islami on Thursday announced that tight security measures will be enforced in the capital to thwart possible security problems when Gulbuddin Hekmatyar arrives in Kabul.
Hizb-e-Islami’s reconciled leader is expected to arrive in Kabul within the next few weeks.
According to a Hizb-e-Islami spokesman, the group is working with the Afghan security forces to pave the way for Hekmatyar’s arrival.
The CEO’s office said government will arrange a special venue for Hekmatyar’s welcome so as to thwart possible security problems and to avoid traffic disturbances.
“There are a lot of people living on the route (to be used) when he is expected to come to Kabul; Hizb-e-Islami and the security forces will enforce tight security according to their capacity,” said Hizb-e-Islami spokesman Hashmatullah Arshad.
“In general there are security concerns for people’s safety, but the welcome party which is going to take place by Hizb-e-Islami must be well-organized, so things proceed smoothly,” said Jawed Faisal, the CEO’s spokesman.
“In the wake of the current situation, there is no need for a rush; it is enough to welcome him at ARG rather than welcoming him on the street,” said military analyst Atiqullah Amarkhail.
This new development takes place six days after the UN sanctions committee announced that it had removed Hekmatyar’s name from the UN sanctions list, one of the conditions set by the Hizb-e-Islami when signing the peace deal with government.
The National Unity Government (NUG) and Hizb-e-Islami are also in negotiations about freeing Hizb-e-Islami prisoners.  (Tolonews)