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Article: Statement from Kim Howells on the case of Abdul Rahman in Afghanistan.
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- March 22, 2006
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M2 PRESSWIRE-22 March 2006-UK Government: Statement from Kim Howells on the case of Abdul Rahman in Afghanistan(C)1994-2006 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD
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Foreign Office Minister Dr Kim Howells today expressed his concern over the case of Abdul Rahman, a Christian convert in Afghanistan who has been charged and is facing trial for rejecting Islam.
"I am deeply troubled by the reports of this case. Individuals should be able to practice their faith or beliefs free from persecution. We take every opportunity to urge states to implement laws and practices which foster tolerance and mutual respect.
"The British Embassy in Kabul is ...