**Teacher Detained in Herat After Criticising Taliban**
Herat, Afghanistan – According to sources cited by Afghanistan International, teacher Nawidullah Fitrat was detained by Taliban authorities in Herat on the morning of 26 August. The detention follows recent public statements in which Fitrat criticized the Taliban’s policies and actions.
Afghanistan International reported that the sources, who requested anonymity, confirmed the teacher’s arrest in the city of Herat. No official statement from the Taliban has been released regarding the reasons for the detention.
Fitrat, known for his outspoken views on the Taliban’s governance, had previously spoken out against the group’s policies. The circumstances of his detention, including any charges or legal proceedings, have not been disclosed.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about freedom of expression and the treatment of critics under the Taliban’s rule in Afghanistan. Further details are pending as the situation develops.
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