Observing the actions of the Afghan Taliban and the interim government evokes little surprise from a Pakistani perspective. The term “Eshan Framosh” and “Mohsin Kush” resonates, capturing the sentiment toward a nation that, despite significant support and shelter from Pakistan, appears ungrateful. The majority of the current Afghan government has its roots in Pakistan – educated, nurtured, and sustained by its neighbor. In addressing these sentiments, I find myself raising some fundamental questions for these individuals.
Did Pakistan extend an invitation to the former USSR to invade Afghanistan? Were they summoned to come and reside in Pakistan? Without the shelter provided by Pakistan, would they not have faced the brutalities of the Russians?
