Kabul Airport Attack ‘Mastermind’ Killed by Taliban, US Officials Say

Taliban Kills Mastermind Behind Kabul Airport Attack

In a major development, the Taliban have reportedly killed the “mastermind” behind the suicide attack at Kabul’s international airport in 2021. The attack killed 13 U.S. troops and scores of civilians during the United States’ chaotic evacuation from the country. U.S. officials confirmed the news on Tuesday.

The bombing took place on Aug. 26, 2021, as U.S. troops were trying to help Americans and Afghans flee in the aftermath of the Taliban’s takeover. The attack compounded America’s sense of defeat after 20 years of war.

“He was a key ISIS-K official directly involved in plotting operations like Abbey Gate, and now is no longer able to plot or conduct attacks,” said White House spokesperson John Kirby in a statement, referring to the Abbey Gate entrance to the Kabul airport where the blast occurred. The official’s name was not disclosed.

ISIS-K: Enemy of the Taliban

The Afghan affiliate of Islamic State, known as Islamic State Khorasan or ISIS-K, is an enemy of the Taliban. Fighters loyal to Islamic State first appeared in eastern Afghanistan in 2014 and later made inroads in other areas.

This development is a significant blow to ISIS-K and a victory for the Taliban. It also sends a strong message to other terrorist groups that the Taliban will not tolerate attacks on their soil.

Conclusion

The killing of the mastermind behind the Kabul airport attack is a major victory for the Taliban and a step towards stability in Afghanistan. It is a reminder that the Taliban are in control and will not tolerate attacks on their soil. The world will be watching closely to see how the situation in Afghanistan develops in the coming months.