Statement on the release of Peter and Barbara Reynolds from Afghanistan

Minister Falconer, Minister for the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan, said:

I am relieved to hear that Peter and Barbie Reynolds are no longer detained in Afghanistan, and their ordeal has come to an end. I look forward to them being reunited with their family soon.

The UK has worked intensively since their detention and has supported the family throughout.

The State of Qatar played an essential role in this case, for which I am hugely grateful. Qatar continues to play a critical role in conflict mediation in the Middle East and beyond.

The Government's ability to help those in need of consular support in Afghanistan is extremely limited. Our travel advice is clear that individuals should not travel to Afghanistan.