20 Jun 2023 | 08:21 AM UTC
Afghanistan: Officials announce rescue of kidnapped Turkish engineer in Kabul, June 20
Officials announce release of kidnapped Turkish national in police operation in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 20. Abduction risk remains high.
Event
On June 20, Taliban officials said a Turkish national was rescued from his abductors during a police operation in the Police District (PD) 12 of Kabul. The victim - an engineer - was reportedly kidnapped June 19 from PD 9. At least one suspect is in detention.
Context
Foreigners continue to face a significant risk of kidnappings and detentions in Afghanistan, particularly after the Taliban took power in August 2021, and international forces departed the country. Although locals are most frequently affected, foreigners remain high-value kidnap and detention targets.
