An Iranian court had sentenced him to death for alleged involvement in drug trafficking.

The blast targeted a convoy of members of Taliban's counter-narcotics department in Badakhshan.

In an audio recording broadcast by the Taliban-run RTA, Akhundzada argued that those killed were "standing in the front line.

The Taliban spoke on Tuesday about resolving the issue and stated that they would address the grievances of those affected.

According to sources, the explosion resulted in casualties.

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the epicenter was 41 kilometers from Ishkasham district in the province.

Floods have hit Pashtun Zarghun, Shindand, Obe, Zinda Jan, Injil, and Guzara districts over the past week.

Sources said that among those who were "forcibly" taken to Faizabad were local elders from Darayim and Argu districts.

Reports indicate that Noori was released on Monday evening, May 6, after providing a "guarantee."

According to a statement from the court, the fourth person was sentenced to 39 lashes.