The Cult

Afghanistan's national hero has started a craze on the streets of Kabul.

NOVEMBER 23, 2012

President Hamid Karzai delivers a speech from behind a podium covered with Massoud's image. The speech was given at a gathering in 2004 to mark the third anniversary of Massoud's assassination. Karzai has sought to capitalize on Massoud's popularity, but some have questioned whether setting himself up for comparisons with the dead hero is wise.

EPA/SYED JAN SABAWOON