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Rashid Khan Says He Uses a Bulletproof Car and Cannot Walk Freely in Kabul

His remarks underscore the routine personal-security measures prominent Afghans adopt under Taliban rule.

Overview

  • In a video conversation shared by Kevin Pietersen on social media, the Afghanistan star said he cannot walk the streets of Kabul and travels in a bulletproof car.
  • Rashid described the vehicle as a safety necessity against unpredictable violence, saying the risk is being in the wrong place at the wrong time rather than a direct targeting.
  • He said the car was specially made for him, remains locked, and that people sometimes try to open it during stops.
  • Rashid noted that armored cars are common in Afghanistan, framing the practice as a normal precaution for high-profile figures.
  • Coverage also points to his international fame and past criticism of Taliban policies as factors that heighten his visibility, even as he continues franchise commitments based out of Dubai.