British Couple's Plight in Afghan Detention: A Battle for Human Rights
Peter and Barbie Reynolds, a British couple in their 70s, remain detained in Afghanistan, where concerns about their health and mistreatment have sparked international unrest. Despite Taliban assurances of humane treatment, the UN and family members report deteriorating conditions, calling for immediate intervention to prevent further harm.
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Amid growing international concern, the Taliban continue to detain a British couple, Peter and Barbie Reynolds, in Afghanistan. Arrested in February, the couple has faced allegations of mistreatment, prompting calls from UN officials and their family for immediate release due to their declining health.
The Taliban's Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, dismissed allegations of rights violations, asserting the couple's rights are being respected and efforts for their release are ongoing. He emphasized their access to consular services and family contact, although specifics on the release process remain undisclosed.
Peter, suffering from health issues including potential skin cancer, is in urgent need of treatment. The family, fearing irreparable harm, has twice appealed directly to the Taliban for the couple's compassionate release. A visit from UK officials in July highlighted their dire living conditions, intensifying calls for action.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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