British Couple Detained by Taliban Faces Health Crisis

Peter and Barbie Reynolds, a British couple detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since February 2025, are reportedly receiving medical care and remain in occasional contact with their families. The couple previously endured harsh conditions in maximum-security and underground cells before being transferred to the Taliban's intelligence headquarters. No formal charges have been brought, but sources suggest their arrest may be linked to the possession of non-Islamic books. UN experts and family members continue to warn that the couple's health is rapidly deteriorating, with Peter suffering from heart issues and Barbie from anaemia. International appeals, including from the UK government and the UN, are urging their immediate release and transfer to a civilian hospital. Taliban officials claim efforts to secure their release are ongoing, but have provided no timeline.