Interview with Commander Ahmad Massud

Context & Significance

• Interview conducted with Commander Ahmad Massud, leader of the Afghan resistance.
• Aimed at exposing lies told by the US government regarding Afghanistan.
• Ahmad Massud is the son of the late Commander Ahmad Shah Massud, a renowned anti-Soviet and anti-Taliban leader.
• Ahmad Massud refused to evacuate Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover in 2021, choosing instead to lead the National Resistance Front (NRF).

Introduction & Background of Commander Ahmad Massud

• Educated in the UK, trained at Sandhurst Military Academy, and studied War Studies at King’s College, London.
• Returned to Afghanistan in 2016, leading the Massud Foundation.
• Entered Afghan politics to continue his father’s legacy.
• Authored a book titled In the Name of My Father.

Gifts & Recognition

• Presented with a secure phone and recognition of Massud Day in Franklin, Tennessee.

Reflections on US-Afghanistan Relations

• Apology issued for US withdrawal, but Massud emphasizes no apology needed from the American people.
• Acknowledges past US support for Afghan refugees.

Legacy of Ahmad Shah Massud

• Known as a military and political genius, national hero, and symbol of hope.
• Warned of imminent terrorist attacks on US soil before 9/11.
• Assassinated by Al-Qaeda two days before 9/11 attacks.

Current Threats & Warnings

• Massud warns of potential future terrorist attacks on US soil as Afghanistan becomes a haven for terrorist groups.
• Describes Afghanistan as a training ground for over 21 terrorist groups.

Critique of US & International Policy

• US funding the Taliban despite their terrorist activities.
• Criticism of Doha Conference, seen as facilitating Taliban's rise.
• Urgent need for strategic support to prevent terrorism spread.

Resistance Strategy

• Transition from conventional warfare to guerilla tactics due to resource constraints.
• Focuses on precise military targets to weaken Taliban control.
• Weary of US withdrawal impacts and continued US funding of Taliban.

Challenges & Responsibilities

• Massud’s immense responsibility as a leader, inspired by the resilience of the Afghan people.
• Encouragement for the international community to acknowledge and support the Afghan resistance.

Appeal to International Community

• Encourages cessation of US funding to Taliban and urges international awareness and intervention.
• Highlights need for a legitimate Afghan government recognized by the international community.

Message to US Veterans

• Acknowledgement of support from US veterans and the importance of continued advocacy against current US policies.
• Urges veterans to use their influence to drive policy change.

Conclusion

• Massud emphasizes the importance of Afghan self-determination and the need for international support to defeat terrorism.
• Urges collective efforts to prevent another terrorist attack and to ensure peace and prosperity for Afghanistan and the world.