Herat
West Afghanistan female dress-code crackdown hits businesses
A rare protest against the restrictions was violently dispersed with at least two people killed, according to the United Nations.
July 19, 2026
Afghan govt boosts security in Herat after protest calls
Afghan authorities intensified security in Herat after a crackdown on women’s dress-code violations sparked deadly protests and renewed calls for demonstrations.
June 12, 2026
UN alarmed as Afghan Taliban detain women, pregnant mother disappears
The United Nations agency condemned the detention of at least 30 women in Herat and the use of force against protesters, while reports of a pregnant woman missing after arrest in Kabul have intensified concerns over Taliban treatment of women.
June 11, 2026
Two women killed in crackdown on protests in Herat
Taliban forces violently dispersed a protest in Herat over strict hijab enforcement, with reports of deaths, injuries, and accusations of excessive force.
June 10, 2026
Taliban open fire on protesters in Herat: Afghan media
Taliban forces reportedly opened fire on protesters in Herat, wounding multiple people and triggering a wider crackdown amid growing anger over the detention of women for alleged dress-code violations.
June 9, 2026
Deadly attack on civilians in Afghanistan draws international condemnation
Gunmen attacked families at a Shia shrine gathering in Herat, Afghanistan, killing at least 11 people and drawing strong international condemnation.
April 13, 2026