Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada
Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada is the supreme leader of the Taliban, having assumed leadership in May 2016. He is known for his strict interpretation of Islamic law and has played a crucial role in shaping the Taliban's policies since the group regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021. Recently, he was in the news for initiating efforts to establish the Taliban's interim government as a permanent entity, which includes convening a Loya Jirga, a traditional assembly of tribal leaders and scholars, to gain legitimacy for the governance structure in Afghanistan.
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Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada is the current supreme leader of the Taliban.
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Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada has decided to convene a Loya Jirga of tribal leaders and scholars in Afghanistan.
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