Afghanistan, May 18 -- The U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad has said election planning must go forward amid peace efforts.

"In recent days, a few commentators have raised questions about our priorities in #Afghanistan. A peace process that delivers a political settlement is THE priority. Afghans want #peace above all else," Ambassador Khalilzad said in a Twitter post.

However, he emphasized "But wanting peace does not preclude Afghans from demanding preparations for a credible presidential election. Election planning must go forward as we pursue the peace Afghans deserve."

The Presidential elections are scheduled for 28th of September this year, according to Independent Election Com...