UK Confirms Release of 4 British Nationals From Taliban’s Detention

On Tuesday, the United Kingdom’s Foreign Office announced the release of four British citizens from the custody of the Taliban.

The UK said that they were arrested on charges of violating Afghan law. However, no information has been provided regarding the identities of these released UK nationals.

Earlier this year, the British Home Office announced negotiations with the Taliban for the release of its citizens.

In a statement, the ministry urged all British citizens to comply with the anti-terrorism laws of the United Kingdom as well as the laws of their destination countries while abroad.

Since the Taliban’s takeover of power in Afghanistan, many countries have advised their citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan.

Several Western governments repeatedly warn their citizens that Afghanistan is known as a high-risk tourist destination due to the unstable security situation and the presence of armed warring groups.

According to reports, although the security problems caused by the Taliban have now been resolved, the threats of ISIS as well as the kidnapping and arrest of foreign citizens are still high.