US Removes $10M Reward for Taliban Leader Haqqani
The United States has removed its $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani , a decision made shortly after the Taliban released American citizen George Glezmann , who had been held captive for two years. US Removes $10M Reward for Taliban Leader Sirajuddin Haqqani Amid Diplomatic Shifts and Hostage Release. Despite the reward’s removal, the FBI continues to list Haqqani on its website, highlighting his role in orchestrating attacks against US and coalition forces in Afghanistan. This development suggests a shift in US policy amid ongoing negotiations with the Taliban. George Glezmann, who was abducted in December 2022 during a trip to Afghanistan, is the third American detainee freed by the Taliban since January 2025. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the release as a “positive and constructive step,” acknowledging Qatar’s key role in facilitating the negotiations. The Taliban claims the release aligns with its broader...