Efforts to hold Taliban accountable have been weak, Amnesty International says
"We call on the U.N. Human Rights Council to establish such a body at its next session through a resolution.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
People ‘frustrated’ by Taliban’s restrictions during Eid
They have reported that the Taliban has prohibited visits to parks and other recreational areas, significantly impacting their holiday celebrations.
Women
Human rights concerns largely absent from Doha meeting on Afghanistan, activists say
The Afghan Women's Association has echoed these concerns, declaring that the Doha meeting lacks legitimacy without the full representation of.
Afghanistan
Taliban leadership faces internal rift, ex-interior minister says
In a rare speech at Kandahar’s main mosque, Akhundzada acknowledged the internal disagreements and expressed a willingness to step aside.
Women
UN’s Bennett stresses inclusion of civil society members in Doha meeting
Bennett called for the inclusion of Afghan civil society members, including women, in the Doha meeting, stressing that women’s rights.
Afghanistan
Psaki to testify before US House Foreign Affairs Committee
The Biden administration’s handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal has faced strong criticism from Republicans and other American politicians.
Afghanistan
Taliban warns against interference, calls for cooperation with Iran
Muttaqi advocated for cooperation and consultation as the path forward for development.
Women
Bennett to address human rights in Afghanistan at U.N. council
Afghanistan's delegation in Geneva has stated on Twitter that Bennett's speech will focus on "Taliban crimes against women and girls.
Women
Women demand prioritization of human rights at Doha meeting on Afghanistan
A female student remarked, "We urge United Nations representatives to prioritize discussions on women's rights and education at the upcoming.
Afghanistan
Climate crisis in Afghanistan forces families into early marriages, WFP reports
The worsening climate crisis in Afghanistan is pushing some families to marry off their young daughters, according to a recent.