The United States has lifted a $10 million reward for information on Sirajuddin Haqqani, a senior leader of the Taliban, amid reports of deepening engagement between the US and the Taliban. This decision comes after the return of an American citizen and is seen as part of a broader move to ease tensions following a deal that may have been struck with the former Trump administration. Taliban officials have confirmed the removal of the bounties on Haqqani and several other key figures, who have been associated with deadly attacks, including the death of a US citizen. While the US has not provided complete clarity on the specifics of this decision, it marks a significant shift in their approach towards the Taliban leadership.