00:23Afghanistan will stand with Iran if the United States attacks, declared Zabihullah
00:29Mujahid, Taliban chief spokesman, in an interview with Radio Iran's Pashto service
00:36on February 15, 2026. The words reverberated quickly across the region, amplified by media
00:46outlets, social platforms, and journalists. Mujahid emphasized that the Taliban does not
00:53seek conflict, yet would cooperate and show sympathy with Iran, deploying all our capabilities
01:00if requested. He praised Iran's handling of the so-called 12-day war with Israel in 2025,
01:09claiming Tehran's defensive strength would ensure victory again. Yet he reiterated a preference for
01:18peaceful resolution. Afghanistan, he said, sought diplomacy amid ongoing U.S.-Iran nuclear
01:26negotiations, but positioned itself firmly alongside its neighbor against a former occupier.
01:36Why now? U.S.-Iran tensions have escalated since the mid-2020s, fueled by stalled nuclear talks,
01:48U.S. military buildups in the region, and Iran's proxy conflicts across the Middle East.
01:56Analysts note that shortages in U.S. bunker-busting munitions may force a surface-level campaign,
02:03potentially prolonging conflict and increasing casualties. The Taliban's statement signals
02:11more than ideology. It reflects strategic calculations, strengthening regional alliances,
02:18deterring U.S. action, and presenting itself as a defender against imperialism. Recent warming
02:26ties with Iran, economic aid, border cooperation, and diplomatic visits support this posture.
02:33Observers warn of potential implications. If U.S. strikes occur, Taliban support could take forms
02:42ranging from logistical aid to Iran, to asymmetric attacks or border disruptions, potentially drawing
02:50Afghanistan into a broader regional conflict. Globally, reactions are mixed. Pro-U.S. media view the
02:59statement as escalatory, while Afghan outlets highlight the Taliban's desire to avoid war.
03:06Social media ranges from mockery to serious concern over a multi-front confrontation. Long-term,
03:15the move could reinforce anti-U.S. blocs in the region, yet practical limitations, internal Taliban
03:23divisions and scarce advanced weaponry may constrain any active involvement. As the Taliban signals
03:31solidarity with Iran and the United States maintains a heightened military posture, the message is clear.
03:39The Middle East stands on edge, and miscalculation could ignite wider instability. The question now looms, is this
03:49merely posturing, or the first sign of a broader strategic realignment?
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