• العربية
  • پښتو
  • فارسی
Brand
  • Afghanistan
  • Sport
  • Markets
  • Afghanistan
  • Sport
  • Markets
  • Theme
  • Language
    • العربية
    • پښتو
    • فارسی
  • Afghanistan
  • Sport
  • Markets
All rights reserved for Volant Media UK Limited
volant media logo

Human Rights

Taliban Divorce Rules Legitimatise Child Marriage, Says UN Experts

Taliban Divorce Rules Legitimatise Child Marriage, Says UN Experts

UN human rights experts in Geneva have warned that the Taliban’s decree on the “separation of spouses” legitimises child marriage and blocks women and girls from leaving abusive relationships.

UN Warns Taliban Policies Are Deepening Risks For Women & Girls

UN Warns Taliban Policies Are Deepening Risks For Women & Girls

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned that increasing Taliban restrictions on women and girls are further limiting their access to vital and life-saving services.

Heavy Taliban Military Presence Stifles Planned Herat Protests

Residents of Herat awoke on Friday, June 12, to find hundreds of Taliban fighters deployed across the city with light and heavy military equipment, including tanks.

Taliban Suppresses Another Peaceful Demonstration in Herat

Taliban forces on Friday, June 12, dispersed a peaceful march by a group of Herat residents.

Taliban Used Live Ammunition Against Herat Protesters, Says UN

Taliban Used Live Ammunition Against Herat Protesters, Says UN

UN Secretary-General spokesperson Farhan Haq said Taliban forces used live ammunition to disperse a civil protest in Herat. He urged the Taliban to refrain from any unnecessary or disproportionate use of force against peaceful demonstrations.

World Liberty Congress Demands Release Of Herat Detainees

World Liberty Congress Demands Release Of Herat Detainees

The World Liberty Congress has condemned the detention of women in Herat and the violent treatment of protesters, describing the actions as part of the Taliban’s broader policy of suppressing women and dissent.

Pregnant Woman Detained By Taliban Morality Police In Kabul

Pregnant Woman Detained By Taliban Morality Police In Kabul

Sources told Afghanistan International that a Hazara woman was detained by Taliban morality police in Kabul three days ago after leaving her home to do routine shopping. She was reportedly taken away in a government vehicle to an unknown location.

UN Rapporteur Raises Concerns Over Excessive Force Against Herat Protesters

UN Rapporteur Raises Concerns Over Excessive Force Against Herat Protesters

Richard Bennett, the UN special rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, has expressed concern over the excessive use of force against protesters in Herat. He called for de-escalation, respect for freedom of expression and accountability for those responsible for violence.

Fresh Detentions Reported As Taliban Extend Herat Hijab Crackdown

Fresh Detentions Reported As Taliban Extend Herat Hijab Crackdown

Multiple sources in Herat told Afghanistan International that the wave of arrests targeting women continued Sunday, with Taliban authorities detaining eight women in the Jebrail area as part of an operation against those accused of violating the group’s dress code requirements.

Taliban In Herat Order Arrest Of Women Who Do Not Cover Their Faces

Taliban In Herat Order Arrest Of Women Who Do Not Cover Their Faces

The Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in Herat has warned that women who appear in public without complying with the group’s prescribed dress code, including those showing their faces or wearing make-up, will face action.

UAE Envoy To UN Calls For Safeguarding Afghan Women’s Rights

UAE Envoy To UN Calls For Safeguarding Afghan Women’s Rights

The United Arab Emirates has stressed the importance of protecting the rights of Afghan citizens, particularly women and girls, and called for their access to education, employment and equal participation in society.

Taliban Officials Sexually Abused Boys In Detention, Says UN Rapporteur

Taliban Officials Sexually Abused Boys In Detention, Says UN Rapporteur

The UN special rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan says his office has verified cases of sexual violence allegedly committed by Taliban officials, primarily in detention centres. Victims interviewed included women and girls, as well as men and boys.

Norway Urges Taliban To Uphold International Human Rights Obligations

Norway Urges Taliban To Uphold International Human Rights Obligations

Norway says the Taliban must uphold Afghanistan’s international human rights obligations and end discrimination against women and girls.

Taliban Decree Erodes Rights Of Women And Girls, Says  UN Mission

Taliban Decree Erodes Rights Of Women And Girls, Says UN Mission

The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed grave concern over a new regulation on the separation of spouses issued by the Taliban. UNAMA said the decree represents another step in the erosion of the rights of women and girls.

Iran Executed 2,159 People in 2025, Taliban 6, Says Amnesty International

Iran Executed 2,159 People in 2025, Taliban 6, Says Amnesty International

Amnesty International said global executions in 2025 reached their highest level in 44 years, with the Taliban carrying out six executions in Afghanistan.

UNAMA Raises Alarm Over Taliban Arrests Of Afghan Journalists

UNAMA Raises Alarm Over Taliban Arrests Of Afghan Journalists

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) expressed serious concern over the Taliban’s detention of at least three journalists on “unspecified charges”.

Taliban Detains Two Doctors In Kandahar For Treating Women Without Male Guardians

Taliban Detains Two Doctors In Kandahar For Treating Women Without Male Guardians

Medical sources in Kandahar told Afghanistan International that Taliban morality police detained two doctors for treating female patients without a male guardian in private clinics in the city.

Over 75 Percent Of Afghan Children In Pakistan Deprived Of Education, Says UN

Over 75 Percent Of Afghan Children In Pakistan Deprived Of Education, Says UN

UNHCR says Afghan refugee children in Pakistan live in deprivation due to lack of identity documents and fear of deportation, with 77 percent out of school, according to a new report.

Catalan Parliament Voices Concern Over Hazaras Situation In Afghanistan

Catalan Parliament Voices Concern Over Hazaras Situation In Afghanistan

The Parliament of Catalonia has condemned “structural discrimination” and “systematic violence” against Hazaras in Afghanistan, urging independent investigations and support for Hazara refugees.

Taliban Remove Human Rights & Women’s Directorate From Foreign Ministry

Taliban Remove Human Rights & Women’s Directorate From Foreign Ministry

Afghanistan International has obtained a document showing the Taliban have removed the Directorate of Human Rights and Women’s International Affairs from the Foreign Ministry. Officials confirmed the letter’s authenticity on Monday.

Study Finds 95% Of Women Distrust Taliban Justice System

Study Finds 95% Of Women Distrust Taliban Justice System

Findings by the Women and Children Research and Advocacy Network show about 95% of women avoid legal cases due to distrust of the Taliban-controlled justice system, while 65% report negative court experiences.

Taliban’s New Law Requires Religious Preachers to Follow Hanafi School

Taliban’s New Law Requires Religious Preachers to Follow Hanafi School

The Taliban Justice Ministry says a new law on preachers has been published after approval by Hibatullah Akhundzada, requiring religious preachers to follow the Hanafi school of Islam.