Bio/Wiki
Popular Name | Mullah Akhund |
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Famous for | Being the acting Prime Minister and head of state of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 170 cm |
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Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
Education | Studied in various seminaries in Afghanistan; unable to complete education due to fight against Soviets |
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Personal Life
Religion/Religious Views | Follower of Islam, known for limiting women's rights and denying civil rights to minorities of ethnicity and religion |
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Ethnicity | Ethnic Pashtun |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married |
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Additional Info | Married at the age of 21 |
Family
Wife | Name Not Known |
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Career
Political Party | Taliban |
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Political Journey |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
One of the four founders of the Taliban in Afghanistan. | |
His Pashtun lineage can be traced back to Ahmad Shah Durrani, the founder of modern Afghanistan. | |
He supported the Taliban movement financially and logistically. | |
Established diplomatic relationships with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE for Taliban acknowledgment. | |
Became the head of the Taliban's commissions in 2013. | |
A close associate of Mullah Mansoor and Mullah Haibatullah following their demise. | |
Subject to U.N. sanctions for involvement in the Taliban government from 1996-2001. |