Bennett says Taliban’s ‘Law on Preachers’ may lead to religious discrimination
“Human rights protect religious and ethnic minorities,” Bennett said, adding that a full analysis of the law is underway.
Human Rights
Human Rights
Taliban law requires preachers to promote ‘virtues of jihad’
New regulation sets religious criteria and expands oversight of preaching.
Human Rights, Security
Families seek answers weeks after Pakistan airstrike on Kabul rehab center
Survivors recount loss as UN documents hundreds of civilian casualties in March 16 attack.
Women
UN says Afghanistan losing $84 million a year due to Taliban ban on girls’ education
More than 1 million girls denied schooling as long-term economic and social impact deepens.
Politics
Taliban official says they are ready to ease tensions if Pakistan acts
Remarks come amid ongoing border clashes and civilian casualties in eastern Afghanistan.
Immigration, Politics
EU denies plans for Taliban talks in Brussels, confirms technical contacts on returns
Commission says any deportations must follow EU law amid concerns over Afghanistan conditions.
Politics
Taliban summon Pakistani envoy over strikes in eastern Afghanistan
Taliban condemned alleged civilian targeting as tensions with Pakistan persist.
Politics
UN appoints Bruno Lemarquis as deputy envoy for Afghanistan
Lemarquis will also assume the roles of resident coordinator and humanitarian coordinator.
Politics
Russia’s special envoy in Kabul for talks with Taliban
Zamir Kabulov is expected to discuss political and economic ties as Moscow expands engagement with Taliban.
Human Rights, Women
Afghanistan may lose 25,000 female teachers, health workers, UNICEF warns
A UNICEF analysis says restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment are already straining essential services.