KABUL: Mohammad Ali Akhlaqi, head of the Supreme Commission of Shiites of Afghanistan, has been released after spending several days in Taliban custody, according to informed sources.
Sources said Akhlaqi was released on Wednesday evening after his residence in Sabz Shahr was evacuated and handed over to the Taliban administration.
The detention of the Shiite community leader had drawn attention among members of Afghanistan’s Shiite community. According to sources, his release came after an arrangement involving the transfer of his residence to the Taliban authorities.
The circumstances surrounding Akhlaqi’s initial detention and the reasons for his arrest remain unclear. Taliban authorities have not publicly provided detailed information about the case or commented on the terms of his release.
Akhlaqi heads the Supreme Commission of Shiites of Afghanistan, an organization involved in representing and addressing issues affecting the country’s Shiite community.
The development comes amid continued scrutiny of religious and community figures in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Members of minority communities have also raised concerns in recent years about restrictions, security and their ability to operate community institutions.
It remains unclear whether Akhlaqi faces any further restrictions following his release or whether Taliban authorities have imposed additional conditions on his activities.
Further information is expected regarding the circumstances of his detention, his current status and the future of the organization he leads.