Mohammad Yaqoob

ModernGeneralAfghanistan1990 — ?

Son of Mullah Omar, Taliban defense minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1990

Country

Afghanistan

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)25

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score41.0

Mohammad Yaqoob — Complete Timeline

2021 AD

Led Taliban Military OperationsWar◆ Major

As a senior military commander, Yaqoob oversaw Taliban offensives during the final stages of the 2021 war against the Afghan government. His leadership contributed to the rapid collapse of government forces and the capture of provincial capitals.

Afghan WarTaliban OffensiveMilitary Command

Impact: national

Appointed Taliban Defense MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the Taliban's takeover of Kabul in August 2021, Mohammad Yaqoob was appointed as the acting Minister of Defense in the new Taliban government. This appointment formalized his role as a senior military leader within the regime.

Taliban GovernmentAfghanistanCabinet Appointment

Impact: national