Bennett urges accountability after force used against Herat protesters
Bennett called for restraint and respect for freedom of expression after reports that Taliban fired on demonstrators protesting the detention.
Human Rights
Human Rights, Security
UN reports 57% increase in security, safety incidents in Afghanistan
The report says violence, humanitarian needs, economic pressures and restrictions on women and girls continue to weigh heavily on Afghanistan.
Human Rights
UNAMA says at least 30 women arrested by Taliban in Herat
At the UNSC, Gagnon warned that restrictions on women and girls are becoming increasingly institutionalized.
Human Rights, Women
Bennett seeks immediate end to women’s detention by Taliban in Herat
Bennett said scores of women have been arbitrarily arrested over the past three days for allegedly violating the Taliban's dress.
Human Rights
Taliban official defends dress code enforcement in Herat
The comments came as Taliban denied reports that women had been detained over alleged violations of their hijab rules.
Human Rights
UNAMA says detention of Herat women raises serious human rights concerns
UNAMA said it was concerned by “multiple arrests and detentions of women” in the western province for what Taliban described.
Human Rights, Women
Taliban detain 21 women in Herat over dress code
The arrests come as Taliban warned that women deemed not to be complying with their interpretation of Islamic dress requirements.
Human Rights, Immigration
Thousands of children in western Afghanistan lack access to education
The field report found that poverty, distance and the absence of schools in migrant settlements are keeping many children out.
Human Rights, Women
Sources: Taliban warn women in Herat could face detention over dress code
The directive threatens detention and possible legal action against women deemed not to be complying with the Taliban’s interpretation of.
Human Rights
Matiullah Wesa receives 2026 Liberty Prize in France
The regional government said Wesa received the award in recognition of his commitment to education for all.