Afghan comedian's brutal murder sends shock waves around world; Taliban denies killing him

The brutal killing of a popular Afghan comedian has sent shock waves around the world. The family of the comedian has blamed the Taliban, however, the group has denied involvement.

The killing of comedian Nazar Mohammad, popularly known as Khasha Zwan, in Afghanistan's Kandahar province, has sent shock waves around the world. The comedian who previously served in the Kandahar Police was taken out of his home on Thursday night and killed by unidentified gunmen, local media reported.