Residents of Herat province report that the city remains highly tense days after recent public protests. Forces belonging to the Taliban administration have significantly increased their patrols, and convoys of their vehicles are widely visible, especially in Hazara-populated neighborhoods.
Locals state that security personnel are even searching citizens' mobile phones at major intersections, allegedly looking for reasons to detain individuals. This massive security presence has created a climate of fear, forcing many people to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
Despite these intense security measures, rumors circulate among residents about organizing fresh demonstrations following Friday prayers. However, the heavy deployment of forces continues to prevent large gatherings, leaving the community anxious and completely silent about the ongoing situation.
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