Taliban Refugee Minister Killed in Kabul Suicide Bombing
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
A suicide bombing in Kabul killed Taliban refugee minister Khalil Haqqani and two others, marking the most significant attack on the Taliban leadership since their return to power. The attack, which occurred inside the ministry, has not been claimed by any group, though the Islamic State has previously targeted the Taliban. The incident raises questions about internal Taliban dynamics, especially following recent criticisms by Sirajuddin Haqqani, Khalil's nephew. The attack challenges the Taliban's narrative of restoring peace in Afghanistan.
