Taliban regulation recognizes child marriage in some cases
The regulation also grants religious courts broad authority over annulments and marital disputes.
Human Rights, Women
Human Rights
Shiite cleric ‘beaten’ by Taliban in Kabul, council says
The incident involving a prominent Shiite scholar in Kabul has raised fresh concerns over the Taliban’s enforcement of morality laws.
Human Rights, Security
UN says five ex-Afghan security force members killed in three months
The UN documented killings, detentions and torture involving former security personnel during the first three months of 2026.
Human Rights
Exclusive: Taliban force thousands of students to sign Hanafi pledge
Documents show students in western Afghanistan were ordered to sign pledges committing to Taliban religious rules.
Human Rights, Women
Afghan women face deepening hunger, isolation, report says
A new analysis warns that Taliban restrictions, collapsing aid and economic strain are driving women and girls in Afghanistan into.
Human Rights, Women
European Parliament takes up petition on ‘gender apartheid’ in Afghanistan
The document states that the petition has been referred to the Committee on Petitions for consideration.
Human Rights
Education activist Matiullah Wesa wins France’s 2026 Liberty Prize
The founder of a grassroots education initiative was recognized for advocating access to schooling, particularly for girls in Afghanistan.
Human Rights
Taliban burn hundreds of musical instruments in Khost
The items were later destroyed by fire at a designated site, the statement said.
Human Rights
Sources: Taliban detain couple in Kabul over alleged ‘illicit relationship’
According to the sources, the detained woman said she was forced to clean women’s detention cells while in custody.
Human Rights, Women
Report: 95% of Afghan women distrust Taliban justice system
According to the report, 95% of respondents said they do not pursue legal claims due to lack of trust.