Mullah Omar (Wikimedia Commons) Mullah Omar (Wikimedia Commons)However, as time went on, the group’s single-minded commitment to Sharia law, harsh social policies and ruthless delivery of justice undermined their early popularity. Mullah Omar, the cloak wearing founder of the Taliban, and its leader at the time, vehemently refused. (Reuters) Taliban walk as they celebrate ceasefire in Ghani Khel district of Nangarhar province, Afghanistan June 16, 2018. Internal structure of the TalibanAs mentioned, Mullah Omar was the founder of the Taliban and remains till date it’s longest serving leader. (Jim Huylebroek/The New York Times/File) Members of a Taliban Red Unit in Laghman Province, Afghanistan, March 13, 2020.

Source: Indian Express July 22, 2021 04:38 UTC