Taliban deny role in killing Indian journalist

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 17 July 2021

The Taliban have expressed regret over the death of Indian journalist Danish Siddique while denying any involvement in the incident. They have highlighted the importance of journalists informing them when entering war zones for safety.

Summary

KANDAHAR—The Taliban have denied a role in the killing of Indian journalist Danish Siddique, emphasizing that "any journalist entering the war zone should inform us. We will take proper care of that particular individual."

In an interview with India 's CNN-News18, Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid said: “We are not aware during whose firing the journalist was killed. We do not know how he died."

Expressing regret over the Siddique’s death, he said, “We are sorry for journalist Danish Siddiqui’s death."

The slain journalist’s body was handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) for transferring to his home country.

KEY POINTS:

• The Taliban denied any role in Danish Siddique's killing.
• Spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid emphasized journalists should notify them in conflict areas.
• The slain journalist's body was handed to the ICRC for repatriation.
• Mujahid expressed sorrow over the journalist's death.
• No details were provided on how Siddique died.