Two Americans, Ryan Corbett and William McEntee, were released in a prisoner exchange between the United States and the Taliban.
A Trump administration official told The Associated Press that the deal was brokered by former President Biden before he left office.
The two American citizens were exchanged for Khan Mohammed, who was sentenced to two life terms in 2008.
While the Trump administration celebrated the exchange, the Taliban said it hoped tensions would ease.
corbett family announced News on a website dedicated to freeing him. They thanked Presidents Trump and Biden, along with their teams, for negotiating the agreement. Mr Corbett's family also acknowledged Qatar's contribution to securing the contract.
At the time of the government's collapse in 2021, Corbett was living in Afghanistan with his family. He was captured by the Taliban in August 2022 while on a business trip.
“Today, our hearts are filled with overwhelming gratitude and praise for God who kept Ryan alive and brought him home after the most difficult 894 days of his life,” the Corbett family said in a statement. said.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York congratulated Corbett on his release. online postingI call it a “blessing.”
Congressman Tony Gonzalez (R-Texas) also congratulated Corbett on his release. shared photos A photo of Corbett's family joining him at the Capitol in 2024.
It was unclear what Mr. McEntee was doing in Afghanistan. His family has requested privacy. BBC reported.
