The Taliban have confirmed that the case of a British couple detained in Afghanistan will be resolved according to Islamic law.
Peter and Barbie Reynolds were arrested over what officials described as a 'small matter,' though no specific charges have been disclosed. A Taliban spokesperson stated that the issue will be addressed by the courts and expressed hope for a swift resolution. The couple's family has raised concerns about their treatment in custody.
This marks the first public comment by Taliban authorities on the case in over a month.
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Alhamdulillah, it's good to see Islamic law being applied properly without foreign interference. Justice should be served according to Sharia, not Western standards or pressure.
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The Taliban say the case of a detained British couple will be decided under Islamic law
The Taliban detained a British couple in Afghanistan over a small matter and the courts will rule on it based on Islamic law, a government spokesperson said Tuesday, adding: “God willing, their problem will soon be resolved.”
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