Gulbadin Hekmatyar

Gulbuddin Hekmatyar is an Afghan political and military figure who played a significant role in Afghanistan's recent history. He led the Hezb-e-Islami party and was a key mujahideen commander during the Soviet-Afghan war in the 1980s, fighting against Soviet forces. Later, he was involved in Afghanistan’s political conflicts, including fighting against the Taliban. Hekmatyar is known for his hardline Islamist views and has been both a controversial guerrilla leader and politician. Over time, he shifted from armed conflict to participating in Afghan politics, signifying his enduring influence in shaping the country's turbulent history.