U.S. Citizen Freed From Afghan Detention

American citizen George Glezmann, detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan for over two years, has been released. The liberation followed discussions between U.S. hostage envoy Adam Boehler and the Taliban. Glezmann is now on a Qatari aircraft heading to Qatar, with plans to travel back to the U.S.

The Taliban has released an American citizen, George Glezmann, who had been detained in Afghanistan for over two years. This development follows discussions between U.S. hostage envoy Adam Boehler and Taliban officials in Kabul, as confirmed by a knowledgeable source.

George Glezmann, taken in 2022 while visiting Kabul as a tourist, departed Afghanistan on a Qatari aircraft on Thursday evening, en route to Qatar. His release marks a significant diplomatic success, achieved by sustained engagement between the U.S. and Taliban representatives.

According to sources, Glezmann and envoy Boehler are scheduled to continue their journey toward the United States. This marks the end of a long and arduous chapter for Glezmann and highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)