The Taliban say the case of a detained British couple will be decided under Islamic law
- The Taliban interior ministry stated that the case of detained British couple Peter and Barbie Reynolds is not serious and hopes for a swift resolution under Islamic law.
- Peter and Barbie Reynolds were detained in February while traveling to Bamiyan province, alongside their American friend, who was released in March.
- Their daughter expressed concerns about their health and treatment, sharing recordings of Mr. Reynolds describing harsh prison conditions.
- Abdul Mateen Qani confirmed that the couple's case was handed over to the courts, noting it to be a small matter and not a cause for concern.
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Detained British Couple's Case Not 'Serious': Taliban Official
The Taliban interior ministry said on Thursday the case against a detained British couple wasn't "serious" and that officials hoped it would be resolved "soon", as a source said diplomatic missions were working for their release. Peter and Barbie Reynolds, who are in their 70s, were detained in February with visiting Chinese-American friend Faye Hall and their Afghan translator, as they travelled to their home in central Bamiyan province. Hall…


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