Missing ambassador 'kidnapped by Taliban'

An Arab satellite channel has aired video of Pakistan’s ambassador to Afghanistan saying he was kidnapped by Taliban militants two months ago.

An Arab satellite channel has aired video of Pakistan’s ambassador to Afghanistan saying he was kidnapped by Taliban militants two months ago.

Ambassador Tariq Azizuddin and his driver and bodyguard are shown sitting on the ground in front of three masked men holding automatic weapons.

The diplomat says he has been treated well by his captors.

Mr Azizuddin disappeared on February 11 near Pakistan’s border with Afghanistan.

The video was broadcast today on Al-Arabiya television.

more courts articles

Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court

More in this section

Coronavirus - Wed May 12, 2021 AstraZeneca withdraws covid-19 jab from the market
Thailand’s PM wants to outlaw cannabis two years after drug was decriminalised Thailand’s PM wants to outlaw cannabis two years after drug was decriminalised
Lionel Messi napkin sale Napkin which helped bring 13-year-old Lionel Messi to Barcelona up for auction
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited