Human Rights

Nearly 138 million children still trapped in child labor, ILO says

The agency marked World Day Against Child Labour with a call for renewed action.

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Bennett urges restraint ahead of planned Herat protest

The UN special rapporteur called on all parties to exercise caution as residents discuss holding another demonstration.

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Residents say Herat remains under tight Taliban security ahead of planned protest

Residents report an increased Taliban presence, expanded patrols and heightened fear days after protests over the detention of women were.

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UN Women voices alarm over Herat arrests, protest crackdown

The agency said the detention of dozens of women has deepened fear across Afghanistan.

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UN experts urge Taliban to probe deadly Herat protest crackdown

UN experts called for the release of detained women and protesters and warned that the use of lethal force may.

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HRW says Taliban used excessive force against Herat protesters

The rights group says Taliban forces used excessive force against demonstrators protesting the detention of women over alleged dress-code violations.

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UN agency alarmed by Herat crackdown, Pakistan airstrikes

OCHA cites the detention of women in Herat, the killing of a child during Herat protest and civilian casualties from.

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Amnesty says new Taliban decree institutionalizes child marriage

The rights group says a new family law codifies forced and child marriage, further eroding the rights of women and.

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UNAMA confirms one death in Taliban shooting at Herat protest

UNAMA says at least 30 women were arbitrarily detained over alleged dress-code violations.

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Taliban increase patrols in Herat a day after protest, residents say

Residents say Taliban patrols and checkpoints increased across the city a day after the protest.

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