Afghan Convert Seeks Asylum
An Afghan man who faced the death penalty for converting from Islam to Christianity has appealed for asylum abroad. Afghan officials could not immediately confirm that Abdul Rahman had been released after the case against him was dismissed on Sunday, but a UN statement on Monday appeared to confirm growing speculation he was being freed.Adrian Edwards, a UN spokesman, said: "Mr Rahman has asked for asylum outside Afghanistan.Full Story
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