Taliban Seeks Prisoner Exchange for Two Detained Americans

U.S. officials press for unconditional release as Taliban demands reciprocal action for Afghans held in the U.S.

Overview

Taliban representatives and U.S. envoys discussed the exchange at a UN-led meeting in Doha.
The Taliban insist on releasing Afghan detainees in the U.S., including those in Guantanamo Bay.
One of the detained Americans, Ryan Corbett, has been held since August 2022 without charges.
The U.S. State Department emphasizes the unjust nature of the detentions and calls for immediate release.
No significant progress was made during the recent meetings, and the Taliban's stance on women's rights remains unchanged.