Founder of the Durrani dynasty in Afghanistan, Ahmad Shah Durrani (d. 1772) was a charismatic leader, warrior, poet, and diplomat known for his military prowess and relationships with Sufi orders.
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar: Political Leader and Former Prime Minister of Afghanistan
Afghan political movement created and led by Gulbuddin Hekmatyar and Maulavi Yunus Khales.
Hizb-i Wahdat is an Afghan Shii Islamist political party created in 1990 representing the Shii Hazara ethnic group. Initially radical, it later emphasized ethnicity and formed alliances during the Afghan civil war.
An Islamic political and militant organization in Afghanistan founded by Burhanuddin Rabbani in 1967, primarily composed of Tajik members.
Afghan statesman, notable for social reforms and establishing the Republic of Afghanistan
Scholar and key figure in the Naqshbandi tariqah in Afghanistan, transitional president of Afghanistan in 1992.
Former president of Afghanistan and leader of the Jamiat-i Islami party.
An overview of the development and impact of Islam in Afghanistan's history, society, and politics.
Last Marxist president of Afghanistan, known for his political abilities and oratorical skills.
Militant group of students and religious leaders who established the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan but were removed from power by US forces post-9/11.
