Haibatulá Ajundzadá

Haibatulá Ajundzadá is the leader of the Taliban and has been in power since the group's takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021. Known for his hardline interpretation of Islamic law, he has implemented various restrictions on civil liberties, including severe limitations on women's rights and access to education. Under his leadership, the Taliban has sought to reassert its authority by imposing strict measures on communication and public discourse, recently resulting in a nationwide internet blackout that has left the country isolated from the outside world.