Abdul Zahir Qadir
Abdul Zahir Qadir is a former Deputy Speaker of Afghanistan’s parliament who is facing extradition to the United States on serious charges, including drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms. His political career has been marked by a vocal opposition to U.S. policies in Afghanistan, and he claims that the charges against him are politically motivated. Arrested in Nairobi in April 2025, Qadir maintains his innocence and emphasizes his law-abiding nature, as well as his role as a leader in various civil, academic, and political organizations in Afghanistan.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 1 | 3.00 | 0.41% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 221,281 | $106,000 | 436$ |
| Totals | 1 | 53,771,296 | 221,281 | $106,000 | 436$ |
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Abdul Zahir Qadir, a former Deputy Speaker of Afghanistan’s parliament, will now be extradited to the United States to face charges of drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms.
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