The incident has sparked significant reactions both within and o utside the country.

Taliban said a delegation has been assigned to probe the incident.

The public punishment took place in Kabul’s Deh Sabz district, the statement said.

"We cannot go another year without Afghan voices in this critical global conversation on climate change,” Otunbayeva said.

The migrants, many fleeing Afghanistan’s severe economic crisis, were reportedly trying to enter Iran via unofficial routes in search of.

In a post on X, Bennett called for an immediate and transparent investigation into the incident and emphasized the urgent.

The Afghan mission also urged Iran to “respond transparently, identify the perpetrators, and ensure justice is served.”

Mujahid said on Wednesday that they are aware of “vague reports” in the media.

Kazemi Qomi emphasized that enforcing border security and addressing illegal entry are legitimate rights of any country.

The public floggings come amid mounting international condemnation of the Taliban's practices.