New Delhi: Aryana Sayeed, an Afghan pop artist who left the Taliban after Kabul was taken over, has accused Pakistan for arming the terrorist group and expressed her thanks to India for assisting Afghans during the present crisis.
"Pakistan is to blame. We've seen footage and proof throughout the years indicating Pakistan is behind the Taliban's empowerment. Every time our government comes into contact with the Taliban, they check identification and find a Pakistani, therefore it's apparent that I blame them and hope that they back off and stop interfering in Afghan affairs "Aryana Sayeed, an Afghan music star, said in an exclusive interview from an undisclosed location.
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She also asked the world community to come together and find a way to restore peace to Afghanistan. "I'm hoping they'll be able to exert pressure on Pakistan. I feel we are dealing with all of these difficulties in Afghanistan as a result of Pakistan's actions "she continued.
In the meanwhile, she lauded India's efforts in Afghanistan and referred to India as a "true friend."
"We've always had an excellent relationship with India. They've been true friends, always helpful and friendly to our people, even refugees. Afghans who have visited India in the past have always praised the country and its people. We owe India our gratitude "she continued.
"I'd want to convey my deepest thanks and say thank you to India on behalf of Afghanistan. Over the years, we've come to realise that India is the only good friend we have "she stated.
Aryana Sayeed broke three taboos when she performed in a stadium in 2015: singing as a woman, not wearing hijab, and entering a stadium as a woman, which was banned under the Taliban.