8am: Local sources in Kunduz province report that the Taliban are paying monthly salaries to individuals who supported their fighters during the conflict with the previous government’s security forces by providing shelter and food. Sources on Sunday, April 28, confirm that the Taliban have submitted the list of these individuals to their authorities and are compensating them as “loyalty rewards.” Additionally, another source indicates that the Taliban have assured these individuals of priority assistance in humanitarian efforts led by relief organizations. Click here to read more (external link).