Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s Minister of Interior, is regarded as one of the key and controversial figures within the group. Known in the past for his militant and harsh methods, Haqqani is now attempting to shift towards diplomacy, seeking to establish relations with European countries, Russia, China, and the Gulf region. However, a recent New York Times report highlights internal divisions and challenges within the Taliban, which have affected Haqqani’s diplomatic standing and reveal internal tensions within the group.