Zawab is a poet and editor of Meena literary magazine who has written poetry critical of the Taliban and their treatment of women and girls in Afghanistan. He was arrested by the Taliban on January 24, 2024 and is detained on undisclosed charges. His family remains concerned for his health, as he was reportedly unwell at the time of his arrest. Zawab previously ran a bookstore and had also been detained under the former Afghan government for his outspoken literary work.
Izatullah Zawab
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Poet
Country:Afghanistan
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Male
Status:Detained
Years active:2024