Mullah Akhtar Mansour
Why the Taliban's New Leader May Hinder Peace Talks
Some experts say Mullah Haybattulah Akhundzada is likely to pursue aggressive attacks throughout the summer.
How the Taliban Hastily Chose a New Leader
Haibatullah Akhundzada, the Islamic scholar appointed the head of the Afghan Taliban, was not the obvious choice.
Why the U.S. Killed Mullah Akhtar Mansour in Pakistan
The Taliban leader was overseeing plans for new attacks on American targets, U.S. officials said on Monday.
Taliban Leader May Have Been in Iran, Pakistan Hints
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, who confirms Pakistan didn't have advance warning of strike, calls operation a 'violation of Pakistan's sovereignty.'
Taliban Leader Promotes Predecessor's Son and Brother
Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour is hoping to end months of infighting.
Taliban Attack Kandahar Airport, Killing at Least Nine
Militants breached the heavily-fortified airport, which serves as a base for Afghan and Nato troops.
More Than 50 Killed in Renewed Afghan Taliban Group Clashes
The clashes follow days of confusion over the fate of Mullah Mansour.
Taliban Audio Message Purports to Show Leader Is Alive
Reports said Mullah Akhtar Mansour was wounded or killed in a shootout in Pakistan this week.
Taliban's Embrace of Al Qaeda Puts Afghan Peace Talks in Doubt
An American-backed reconciliation process in Afghanistan has been cast into doubt.