Sirajuddin Haqqani

Amu: Nineteen days after reappearing publicly at a mosque in Khost following a 52-day absence, Sirajuddin Haqqani, the acting interior minister of the Taliban, has yet to be seen at the ministry or participate in official events, raising fresh questions about his status and role within the Taliban hierarchy. No photographs or statements have emerged to indicate that Haqqani has resumed his official duties, and unlike previous years, he did not appear in traditional Eid al-Fitr gatherings or release any public holiday messages. A source close to Haqqani told Amu that the senior Taliban figure has “restricted his movements” due to what were described as “security threats and concerns.” Click here to read more (external link).