The United States President Donald Trump welcomed the release of the two Western professors and expressed hopes that their release would lead to ceasefire in Afghanistan, reports Khaama News Agency on November 21. “We join families of Kevin King & Tim Weeks in celebrating their release from Taliban captivity. Thanks to President Ghani for his courageous support,” Trump said in a Twitter post. He added “Let’s hope this leads to more good things on the peace front like a ceasefire that will help end this long war. Proud of my team!” The duo was released by Taliban on November 20.