Published 13:44 IST, October 27th 2023

Taliban free Afghan activist arrested 7 months ago after campaigning for girls’ education

The Taliban have freed an Afghan activist who campaigned for the education of girls , a local nonprofit organization said Thursday. Matiuallah Wesa was arrested seven months ago and spent 215 days in prison, according to the group, Pen Path.

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Taliban fighters display their flag on patrol in Kabul, Afghanistan | Image: AP

13:44 IST, October 27th 2023