(MENAFN- Afghanistan Times) AT News
KABUL: In the wake of political division over disputed
election, the NATO civilian representative to Afghanistan, Nicholas Kay has called
for a 'cooling off' situation among the Afghan leaders.
He cited the remarks amid high election tensions, erupted
between President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah after the
announcement of final result. Both leaders have promised their supporters to
hold oath-taking ceremony in the near future.
Ghani's top challenger in the presidential election,
Abdullah has opposed the result and said that he would form an inclusive
government. Abdullah has recently appointed at least five new governors to Northern
provinces of the country.
NATO's Kay has urged the related parties to prioritized
peace and national unity, as Afghanistan is struggling with a critical
condition. 'NATO
does not support actions by any party that increase tensions or the risk of
violence,'
The Afghanistan Presidential Election has been looming in a
tumultuous phase since last September. After almost six months, the Independent
Election Commission has declared incumbent President Ghani as winner.
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