Afghan Men Arrested by Taliban for Wearing 'Peaky Blinders' Inspired Outfits in Herat

Dec 10, 2025 02:23 pm CST

Four young Afghan men were detained by Taliban authorities in Herat for wearing outfits inspired by the British TV series "Peaky Blinders." The Taliban's Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice accused them of promoting foreign culture through their trench coats, flat caps, and suits. While initially reported they were placed in rehabilitation, officials later clarified they were only warned about violating Afghan cultural values before being released.