Summary
A US citizen named Amir Amiry was released by the Taliban in Afghanistan after being held for nine months. His release was facilitated by negotiations led by Qatar, and he is now on his way back to the United States. The US government continues efforts to secure the release of other Americans detained in Afghanistan.
Key Facts
- Amir Amiry is a US citizen who was detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan for nine months.
- Qatar helped negotiate Amiry's release with the Taliban.
- Amir Amiry is the fifth American released from detention in Afghanistan this year.
- The reason for Amir Amiry's detention is not clear.
- The US Secretary of State thanked Qatar for their role in securing the release.
- Qatar's foreign ministry confirmed Amiry's release.
- The US government is still working to free other Americans held in Afghanistan.
- Other Americans have been released from Taliban detention through various negotiations this year.
