DUBAI: Saudi Arabia facilitated the release of three Pakistani detainees held in Afghanistan, following a request by the Kingdom and a visit by a Saudi delegation to Kabul ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.
Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said on Tuesday that the detainees were freed as a goodwill gesture reflecting Afghanistan’s policy of maintaining positive relations with other countries and in appreciation of Saudi mediation efforts.
The three Pakistanis were captured during border clashes between Afghan and Pakistani forces on Oct. 12, 2025, and were handed over to the visiting Saudi delegation.
