Exiled 20 years ago leader of Taliban returned to Afghanistan

The leader of the terrorist movement “Taliban” (prohibited in Russia) Abdel Ghani Baradar, who was in exile 20 years, on Tuesday, on August 17, arrived from Qatar and headed for the South Afghan province of Kandahar, reports Daily Mail.

About the goal of the trip is not reported. Previously, the media wrote that Baradar could return to Afghanistan for negotiations with representatives of various political flows of the country.

From open sources it is known that Baradar is a leader and a field commander of the Taliban. He was Deputy Mullah Mohammed Omar and Head of the Council of Kvette Shura. Baradar was captured by Pakistani intelligence almost 11 years ago, February 8, 2010.

Previously, Baradar spoke about the upcoming test for the rebels. According to him, the Taliban will have to prove their ability to ensure the safety and well-being of Afghans. According to the representative of the Taliban, the leaders of the movement did not expect a “triumphal victory” in this way.

Taliban captured power in Kabul on Sunday, August 15. They were besieged by the presidential palace and stated that they were controlling the entire Afghanistan. Many residents of Kabul tried to escape from the country. On August 17, Taliban suspended all departures from Kabul airport.

/Media reports.