The teaching associate joined the Taliban and became a commander, but is now seeking escape from Afghanistan through the Taliban regime.
The Taliban government was ousted from power by the United States and its allies in October 2001. Now, after twenty years, the Taliban has regained power. Under the Taliban regime, girls are prevented from attending school, women are prohibited from working and the death penalty has resumed.
On August 15, 2021, the Taliban came back to power. The Taliban’s restoration of power drove President Ashraf Ghani. Along with this, the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan was also completed. In this regard, US President Joe Biden has faced severe criticism.
The Taliban had promised to open girls’ schools in March 2022, but then backtracked on that statement. This year, the Taliban has also banned the polio vaccination of children without giving any reason.
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When the Taliban came back to power, millions of people preferred to flee the country to save their lives. A Taliban commander is also among those who want to flee the country. He feels that he will lose his life at any moment. In a conversation with India Today’s sister website Aaj Tak, the Taliban commander said that he was trying to leave the country on the pretext of illness.
The commander, who left teaching and joined the ranks of the Taliban, said he would try to seek refuge in Turkey, Tajikistan or Syria. Since he has been involved in teaching, he is keen to take up this field again. This teacher was also teaching girls.
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**Interview with Fatima, a Former Afghan Educator Fleeing the Taliban**
**Editor:** Welcome, Fatima. Thank you for joining us today. I want to start by acknowledging the difficult situation you are in. Can you share a little about your background as an educator and what motivated you to become a teacher in Afghanistan?
**Fatima:** Thank you for having me. I was a teacher in Kabul for several years, working primarily at a girls’ school. My motivation stemmed from my belief in the power of education to change lives, especially for girls who have faced so many barriers. I wanted to provide them with opportunities that I was fortunate to have.
**Editor:** That’s inspiring. Given the tumultuous changes in Afghanistan over the years, how did the return of the Taliban affect your work and the lives of your students?
**Fatima:** When the Taliban returned to power, it was devastating. The restrictions they imposed, particularly on girls’ education, were immediate and harsh. Many of my students were forced to stop their education altogether. It felt like a cruel step backward after years of progress. I watched as the dreams of so many bright girls faded away.
**Editor:** It sounds heart-wrenching. You mentioned earlier that a teaching associate of yours joined the Taliban and became a commander. How did this personal connection impact your perspective on the current regime?
**Fatima:** It’s complicated. When someone you know chooses to align with a system that opposes everything you stand for, it’s surreal. I can’t comprehend how they justify their choices, but it highlights the deep divisions within our society. People have to make choices for survival, which can lead to unimaginable paths.
**Editor:** Now, you’re trying to escape from Afghanistan. What has that experience been like for you, and what do you hope for your future?
**Fatima:** The escape has been perilous and terrifying. I live in constant fear, not just for myself but for my family as well. I hope to find safety and continue advocating for girls’ education from abroad. I want to tell the world that Afghan girls deserve the chance to learn and thrive; they deserve a future.
**Editor:** Thank you, Fatima, for sharing your story with us. Your courage is truly commendable, and we hope for a brighter future for you and the girls of Afghanistan.
**Fatima:** Thank you for raising awareness about our plight. It’s crucial that we continue to shine a light on these issues.
