An American woman detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since February 2025 was reportedly released Thursday.

“American citizen Faihall, just released by the Taliban, is now looking after our friend Kabul, Katalis. A post by Khalilzad, special representative of the Afghan settlement from September 2018 to October 2021, was accompanied by a photo of a woman sitting next to a Qatari official. (Related: “Thank you for being in the White House”: The released hostage praises Trump when he returns home a few years after being held captive)

Just released by the Taliban, American Citizen Faihall is currently caring for our friend Kabul, Katalis, and is on his way home soon. thank you, #Qatarfor your continued and unwavering partnership. #united states of america #Afghanistan pic.twitter.com/cmsbuaq7qr

– Zalmay Khalzad (@RealzalMaymk) March 29, 2025

Fayhall faced charges for using drones without permission, CNN It has been reported. Hall was released “with logistical support from Qatar in accordance with court orders,” sources told CNN. Qatar was meditating on behalf of the United States, sources added.

There is no US diplomatic presence in Afghanistan after the embassy was closed shortly after the Taliban acquired it in August 2021. Rather, Qatar acts as a “protective force” that represents the United States, CNN pointed out.

Hall reportedly “is in good health after undergoing a series of medical checks” and is “ongoing to return to the US.”

Hall’s release comes nine days after the release of American George Grezman, who was taken prisoner in Afghanistan for two years. According to To the US State Department. Americans Ryan Corbett and William McEnti were also released from Afghanistan on the night of Trump’s inauguration.

“George’s release is a positive and constructive step, and it reminds us that other Americans are still in detention in Afghanistan. President Trump will continue his tireless work to free all Americans who have been unfairly detained around the world,” the State Department said.