A popular Afghan fashion model and three of his colleagues were arrested by the Taliban for allegedly insulting Islam and the Quran.
The arrested has been identified as Ajmal Haqiqi, a model known for his fashion shows, YouTube clips and modelling events.
The Taliban has also circulated a video in which four of them are seen apologizing for their mistakes with folded hands. According to Taliban’s allegation, Haqiqi had recited Quran verses in Arabic in a comical voice.
According to reports, the arrested have not yet been released. They are likely to face severe punishment. The Taliban have already stated that they would never forgive blasphemy and insult to religion.
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