Khalilur Rehman Haqqani Killed in Kabul Bombing

Khalilur Rehman Haqqani, a senior Taliban figure and acting minister for refugees, was killed in a suicide bombing in Kabul, along with at least six others. The attack reportedly took place near the ministry building as Haqqani was returning from prayers. The Islamic State's Khorasan branch is suspected to be behind the attack, although no group has officially claimed responsibility. Haqqani, who was designated a global terrorist by the US in 2011, was a prominent member of the Haqqani network, a powerful faction within the Taliban. This incident marks the most significant loss for the Taliban since they regained control of Afghanistan in 2021. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan, despite a general reduction in violence since the Taliban's return to power.