Afghanistan: Taliban claim to have taken control of Panjshir valley

Taliban fighters pictured outside governor's compound, but Ahmad Massoud's rebels deny province has fallen

The Taliban have fought their way to the capital of Panjshir, the last Afghan province holding out against their rule, and seem on the brink of total victory.

The group posted pictures on social media showing Taliban fighters standing in front of the gate of the governor's compound. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid issued a statement, saying Panjshir was under the control of Taliban fighters.