Sources in western Kabul have told Afghanistan International that Taliban fighters once again conducted house-to-house searches in several areas on Friday.

According to the sources, a large number of Taliban forces participated in the searches but did not explain their reasons for doing so.

The sources mentioned that in the Naqqash area of Dasht-e Barchi alone, the Taliban deployed at least 30 vehicles with forces.

So far, several areas in western Kabul have been searched.

Some sources stated that the Taliban have been conducting house-to-house search operations ahead of the month of Muharram and Ashura mourning.

One source told Afghanistan International that the Taliban, upon entering homes, forced residents out and inspected all rooms, cupboards, and boxes without any consideration.

This source added that despite the Taliban conducting the house-to-house search operations with dozens of vehicles, they did not bring any female police officers with them.

Some sources reported that the Taliban checked residents' electronic ID cards, while others said that the Taliban carried out these searches without verifying the residents' identities.

The Taliban have not officially commented on the house search operations in western Kabul.

Over the past three years, the Taliban have repeatedly searched citizens' homes in the capital. Taliban officials have stated that the purpose of these searches is to collect weapons.

Previously, there were reports that Taliban fighters mistreated people and assaulted citizens during house searches.