About Abdul Rahman
Lived 1953 – 2002 (aged 48–49). Abdul Rahman was an Afghan politician.
Abdul Rahman (; died February 14, 2002) was the Aviation and Tourism minister of Afghanistan until his death on February 14, 2002.
He was murdered in what appeared to be a mob attack on his plane at Kabul International Airport by pilgrims angry that they had been unable to travel to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Three were arrested and the others were being sought in Saudi Arabia. Karzai said five ministers, including the head of the intelligence ministry, General Abdullah Tawhedi; the technical deputy of the Ministry of Defense, General Qalander Beg, and a Supreme Court justice, Haji Halim and 15 other suspects had been linked to the assassination.
His widow is Frozan Fana, a medical doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Abdul Rahman?
Afghan minister (1953-2002)
When was Abdul Rahman born?
Abdul Rahman was born in 1953.
When did Abdul Rahman die?
Abdul Rahman died on 14 February 2002 in Kabul.
What was Abdul Rahman's occupation?
Abdul Rahman was a politician.
What nationality was Abdul Rahman?
Abdul Rahman was Afghan.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Abdul Rahman (Afghan minister)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Abdul Rahman. https://biography.guide/abdul-rahman-politician-1953/
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