Afghanistan ranked world’s most authoritarian country in 2024 Democracy Index
The index highlights stark differences between Afghanistan, North Korea, and China.
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UN experts call for extension of Bennett’s mandate
The experts underscored the importance of Bennett’s mission.
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Taliban’s oppression requires sustained global pressure, UN’s Bennett says
“We must not allow history to repeat itself,” Bennett said.
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EU demands accountability for Taliban’s human rights violations
The EU expressed deep concern over the Taliban’s PVPV law, which it said entrenches extreme forms of discrimination.
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Taliban detain Neday-e Baloch news agency’s editor in Herat
The news agency said it was halting operations after the detention of its editor-in-chief.
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Afghanistan’s federalists hold conference in Vienna to discuss political future
The event is titled “Federalism: A Pathway to Social Justice, Peace, and Stability in Afghanistan”.
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Baradar calls for national unity at Shiite gathering in Kabul
Baradar said the country had been “wrongly divided into political factions.”
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Herat school enforces Taliban’s new dress code for students
The notice, issued by Saifi Herawi School in Herat, instructs students to adhere to the dress code.
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UK diplomat expresses hope for return of Afghan women’s cricket
“Hope to see the Afghan women’s team in action soon," he said.
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Taliban flog man in Samangan as use of corporal punishment expands
The man was sentenced to 39 lashes and one year in prison.