British Couple in Their 70s Remain Detained by Taliban as Health Worsens

Peter and Barbie Reynolds, held since February without charges, face deteriorating health while awaiting a delayed court decision.

Peter and Barbie Reynolds, aged 79 and 75, have been detained by the Taliban in Kabul since February 1, 2025, without charges or evidence of a crime.
The couple’s court appearance was delayed again after spending hours chained to other prisoners, with no explanation provided for the postponement.
Barbie Reynolds is reportedly suffering from severe malnutrition, receiving only one meal per day, while Peter Reynolds is experiencing worsening tremors and other health issues.
The couple has lived in Afghanistan for 18 years, running educational programs approved by local authorities, but their detention is linked to alleged flight coordination issues.
The Taliban have described the situation as a misunderstanding and suggested the couple would be released soon, though no resolution has been reached.