You hear my voice as a witness.

My job is to witness what has happened to my people in this moment of history, and to emphasize that we must not stop our attempts to build a better world.

Did you know that all military, economic structures, and infrastructures of Afghanistan have collapsed again? And my country is alone in the face of this invasion.

Did you know that the terrorist Taliban have seized power in Afghanistan?

Taliban have revived their fundamentalist Islamic Emirate, and Afghanistan is alone in the face of this invasion.

But, do you know what, my friend?

I am hopeful about that country.

My hope lies with those youth who are being lashed now in Taliban prisons.

Because there are still those who are ready to suffer lashes for defending freedom. Bluish spots on the bodies of journalists, and the red blood flowing across pages of our history, proves that this battle will end with the victory of freedom.

Yes, terrorism defeated us with the assistance of major world powers and corrupt politicians. We were killed, we were suppressed, and we were assassinated by suicide attacks in the schools, universities, and markets. We were lashed in their prisons, we were massacred, we were forced out of our own country, but we still continue this battle. Resistance, and the fight for freedom are still sacred for us. We must not lose our last hope or abandon our dreams. And we want you not to lose your voice or abandon your rights.

At the moment I feel cruelty and aggression have spread everywhere. But, at the same time I invite you to resist. Resist against cruelty in any possible way. Undoubtedly, the light of freedom and justice will soon overcome the darkness of the Taliban.

I want you to know that Fatemeh Khalil’s family founded a school for disabled people in Kabul in her name after her assassination.

I want you to know that the mother of Mohammad Raed, a young man who was killed in the terrorist attack at Kabul University, has built a library in the name of her son.

I want you to know that Raheleh is one of the victims of war and there is now a school in Daykundi named for her.

I want you to know that last year, Altin Ay and his mother were killed in a terror attack along with several of their family members. But today, Altin Ay Valvalji is the name of a library in Takhar Province.

I want you to know that this is the story of the fight for freedom in Afghanistan, and this fight will never stop.

These victims have been lost to war. But we are still faithful to defend the right to free expression, right to education, right to vote, and the human rights of all citizens of our country. We ourselves are answering the search for happiness and freedom, and we will win this fight.

We will not miss any chance to spread our message, affirming our deep love of freedom, democracy, and human rights. We are many, and tomorrow is ours.