UNAMA - Statements by Former King Muhammad Zahir

In the Name of Allah Almighty Most Gracious Most Merciful

As you have the cognizance of the fact, recently some media outlets have disseminated contradictory news and views in regard with my political position on the Loyah Jirgah issue. These news and views have caused confusion among the people. Availing the opportunity, I would like to present to my countrymen in clear words the following points to clarify my position.

1) As I have always stated, I do not wish to restore monarchy and am not a candidate for any positions in the Emergency Loyah Jirgah. My sole objective is to serve the miserable Afghan nation.

2) I praise the activities of Mr. Hamid Karzay Chairman of the Interim Administration thus support his candidacy as the head of the Transitional Administration.

I insist at the end that every view or interview disseminated or to be disseminated under my name that contradicts the above points does not reflect my political will.

Wa Min-Allah-e Tawfiq

Muhammad Zahir

Kabul, 10 June 2002

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		Statement of His Majesty Muhammad Zahir the former king of Afghanistann
		In the Name of Allah Almighty Most Gracious Most Merciful As you have the cognizance of the fact, recently some media outlets have disseminated contradictory news and views in regard with my political position on the Loyah Jirgah issue. These news and views have caused confusion among the people. Availing the opportunity, I would like to present to my countrymen in clear words the following points to clarify my position. 1) As I have always stated, I do not wish to restore monarchy and am not a candidate for any positions in the Emergency Loyah Jirgah. My sole objective is to serve the miserable Afghan nation. 2) I praise the activities of Mr. Hamid Karzay Chairman of the Interim Administration thus support his candidacy as the head of the Transitional Administration. I insist at the end that every view or interview disseminated or to be disseminated under my name that contradicts the above points does not reflect my political will. Wa Min-Allah-e Tawfiq Muhammad Zahir Kabul, 10 June 2002 _______________


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