Afghanistan’s spinner Allah Ghazanfar has broken his silence following a devastating military strike on a rehabilitation center in Kabul. The young spinner, who is set to represent Mumbai Indians in the upcoming IPL 2026, delivered a heartfelt message to the global community while specifically calling on India, a nation he describes as a “close friend,” to stand with Afghanistan during this escalation.
The Strike on Omid Hospital
The conflict between the two neighbors reached a breaking point on Monday night when an airstrike leveled large portions of the Omid Drug Treatment Hospital, a 2,000-bed facility in the Afghan capital. According to Afghanistan’s deputy government spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat, the death toll has climbed to at least 400 people, with another 250 injured. While Pakistan has denied targeting civilian infrastructure, Ghazanfar remains steadfast in his condemnation of the act.
“The people there don’t have money for treatment. And now, they’ve targeted that place as well; they’ve martyred those people. This is not acceptable to the people of Afghanistan,” Ghazanfar told News18.
A Warning to Pakistan
Ghazanfar, typically known for his calm demeanor on the pitch, expressed visible anger during his interview. He questioned the strategic logic behind targeting a medical facility and warned that Afghan resilience should not be underestimated.
“I don’t know what they’re trying to prove. They come and target ordinary people, and we simply cannot accept this… Everyone knows Afghanistan’s history. If that history repeats itself, it will be very bad for Pakistan,” he cautioned.
An Appeal to India and the World
As he prepares to travel to India for the IPL 2026 season starting March 28, Ghazanfar highlighted the deep-rooted bond between the two nations. He urged the international community to move past statements and work toward a resolution that protects ordinary citizens.
“India is our close friend. We want to engage with them, to talk about these issues, so that things like this don’t happen. This is our request to other countries too. This is not good for the people. Right now, the world is going through many challenges, and this is not good for anyone,” he concluded.
