Suhail Shaheen
Suhail Shaheen is the head of the political office of the Taliban in Doha, Qatar. He has been a prominent spokesperson for the Taliban, often engaging with international media and diplomatic entities on behalf of the group. Shaheen has played a crucial role in negotiations and discussions regarding the Taliban's governance in Afghanistan and its relations with other nations. Recently, he was in the news following a decision by the Russian Supreme Court to suspend the ban on Taliban activities in Russia, which he acknowledged as beneficial for both Afghanistan and Russia, paving the way for enhanced dialogue and cooperation between the two countries.
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Suhail Shaheen is the head of the Taliban’s political office and Afghanistan’s ambassador to Qatar.
Ahead of Delhi meet, Taliban seek India’s recognition for Islamic Emirate | India News
India· 2025-10-09
Suhail Shaheen is a senior Taliban spokesman who confirmed the restoration of communications in Afghanistan.
Afghans rejoice as internet returns after Taliban blackout
United Kingdom· 2025-10-01
Suhail Shaheen is the head of the Taliban's political office in Doha who commented on the government's assistance to citizens.
The mother who buried three childrenUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-22
Suhail Shaheen, the head of the Taliban's political office, defended the government's restrictions on women.
BBC investigates Afghan maternal deaths after US aid cutsUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-14
Suhail Shaheen is the Taliban head of political office who emphasized the need for stronger ties between Afghanistan and India.
Taliban back upgrade in ties as India explores ministerial visit | India NewsIndia· 2025-09-07
Suhail Shaheen, the head of the political office of the Taliban in Doha, stated that the suspension of the ban on Taliban activities in Russia serves the national interests of Afghanistan and Russia.
خبر خوش روسها برای طالبان؛ جزئیات حکم دیوان عالی روسیه
Iran· 2025-04-17