The Taliban has conducted a prisoner swap with the United States, releasing detained Americans, reportedly including Ryan Corbett, in exchange for Khan Mohammad, an Afghan serving a life sentence in California. The Afghan Foreign Ministry confirmed the negotiations, which were brokered by Qatar, and emphasized the significance of the agreement. Corbett's family expressed immense relief and gratitude for his release, highlighting the emotional toll of 894 days since his detention in August 2022 during a business trip.
Following extensive and productive negotiations between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the United States of America, an agreement was reached facilitating the release of an Afghan Mujahid.
The family of Ryan Corbett expressed overwhelming gratitude for sustaining his life and bringing him back home after what had been the most challenging and uncertain 894 days.
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