About
Amrullah Saleh is an Afghan politician who has held several prominent positions in the Afghan government. He served as the first vice president of Afghanistan from February 2020 to August 2021, prior to the Taliban takeover. He also served as the acting interior minister from 2018 to 2019. From 2004 to 2010, he was the head of the National Directorate of Security (NDS), the country's intelligence agency.
Career Timeline
Joins Afghan Resistance
Begins fighting against Soviet occupation.
Heads National Directorate Security
Appointed to head Afghanistan's intelligence agency.
Acting Interior Minister
Serves as acting interior minister, combating terrorism.
First Vice President
Appointed First Vice President of Afghanistan.
Declares Self President
Claims to be caretaker President after Taliban takeover.
Flees Afghanistan
Leaves Afghanistan as the Taliban consolidates power.
Political Figure in Exile
Remains a vocal critic of the Taliban from abroad.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026