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18 NGO Staff and One American Woman Arrested by Taliban

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By Web Desk Published September 16, 2023 2 Min Read
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In a recent development, the Taliban leadership in Afghanistan disclosed the detention of at least 18 personnel from an international NGO, the International Assistance Mission (IAM), including an American woman. These individuals are accused of propagating Christian missionary endeavors in the country. The revelation came on Saturday, with Abdul Wahid Hamas Ghori, the provincial government spokesperson, stating that substantial monitoring preceded the arrests. The officials managed to acquire documents and audio evidence suggesting the group’s involvement in encouraging people to embrace Christianity, although no further specifics were unveiled.

IAM, however, recounted a different narrative, acknowledging the detention of 18 individuals, inclusive of a “foreigner,” but denied having any insights into the allegations’ actual nature. Notably, the initial wave of detentions encompassed the American woman and two Afghan employees on September 3, with an additional 15 Afghan staff members apprehended on the following Wednesday. As the situation unfolds, IAM maintains its readiness to objectively assess any evidence presented against it or its members.

IAM’s History and Current Taliban Restrictions

While founded on Christian values, IAM insists on its commitment to respecting local customs and offering aid beyond religious and political boundaries. This incident echoes the 2010 tragedy where 10 IAM medics were killed in northern Afghanistan, amidst claims of missionary work and espionage. Since reclaiming power in August 2021, the Taliban has initiated several stringent policies, rooted in their interpretation of Islamic Sharia law, which include significant limitations on women’s involvement in public life and organizations, including NGOs and the United Nations.

US woman among 18 NGO staff detained in Afghanistan https://t.co/XbjKqPXDim

— Gulf Today (@gulftoday) September 16, 2023
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