Update on Babrak Matie: Arbitrary Detention Continues

Prepared by Kauser News Agency – February 4, 2025
Overview

Babrak Matie, son of Ali Ahmad and Director of Properties for Deh Sabz and Char Asiab, remains in custody at the 40 Taliban Department in Kabul. Despite repeated requests for clarification, no charges or evidence have been presented against Matie since his arrest on December 28, 2024.

Taliban’s Continued Silence

As of February 4, 2025, Taliban authorities have refused to provide any updates regarding Matie’s case. Kauser News Agency reached out again to the Taliban Media Speaker, but they declined to comment or offer any further information, fueling concerns over the legitimacy of his detention.

Family’s Growing Desperation

Matie’s family continues to advocate for his release, describing the detention as a clear violation of human rights and due process. They have emphasized that no explanation has been given, leaving them in an agonizing state of uncertainty. The family lawyer has also reiterated the absence of any legal justification for Matie’s prolonged imprisonment.

International and Local Inaction

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) was informed of the arrest early on but has yet to take any concrete action. Local human rights groups have called on the international community to exert pressure on the Taliban to release Matie and ensure due process in similar cases.

Next Steps

The case of Babrak Matie remains unresolved, and his family’s appeal for transparency and justice continues to gain attention. However, the lack of response from both Taliban officials and international bodies underscores the challenges faced by those seeking accountability in Afghanistan’s current legal and political climate.

Kauser News Agency will remain vigilant in following this case and will provide updates as developments occur.

This report is part of Kauser News Agency’s ongoing coverage of human rights and governance in Afghanistan.

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