Dozens of members from the Islamic Unity Party of the People of Afghanistan, led by Mohammad Mohaqiq, have resigned in the western zone of the country. Around one hundred members issued a joint statement citing the “erosion of collective decision-making” and a lack of accountability as the primary reasons for their historic departure from the party.
Key figures in Herat, including Zare Haqjo and Ghulam Ali Akhlaqi, criticized the leadership for supporting individuals without social standing or internal organizational backing . They argued that the current party framework is too rigid to address the complexities of modern Afghanistan and fails to utilize the capacity of its members effectively.
The group announced that they are not leaving politics but will pursue their goals through a new, independent political entity. Despite attempts by Mohaqiq to negotiate with the dissatisfied members, talks failed, marking a significant split in one of Afghanistan’s long-standing political factions.
Mass resignation hits Mohaqiq’s Unity Party
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