The Taliban is set to form a new government in Afghanistan. Taliban spokesman Jabiullah Mujahid said the Taliban was ready to form a new government today. The Taliban is expected to form a government led by Mullah Abdul Ghani Bardar. Mullah Mohammad Yakub, son of Taliban founder Mullah Omar, and Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanakzai will also hold key positions in the new government.
According to reports, Sher will be appointed as Foreign Minister. The role of the remaining leaders in the new government is being debated.