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Taliban policies turn Afghan women into prisoners: Guardian writer
UN agencies document deepening restrictions on Afghan women and girls as a Guardian writer condemns Taliban policies.
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UN warns against Taliban normalization as Kabul school attack draws condemnation
UN experts warn against normalizing Taliban rule as repression persists, while UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett condemns a Kabul school explosion that wounds 47 pupils and demands an independent investigation.
August 18, 2026
Taliban arbitrarily detained 389 people in three months: UN report
The report also documents the detention of at least 30 women in Herat for allegedly failing to comply with the Taliban's mandatory dress code, underscoring what it describes as expanding restrictions on women's rights.
July 29, 2026
Russia raises alarm over Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis, polio spread
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova says that Afghanistan continues to face severe humanitarian challenges, with premature births, malnutrition, and limited access to healthcare contributing to a higher number of infant deaths.
July 16, 2026
Afghan envoy says Taliban regime not eligible to claim UN seat
Afghanistan’s UN envoy Naseer Ahmad Faiq rejected Taliban demands for Afghanistan’s UN seat, saying legitimacy requires public mandate, inclusive governance, women’s rights, and compliance with international obligations and commitments standards.
May 21, 2026
Polish deputy PM urges Taliban to uphold promises on girls’ education, welcomes launch of Pakistan TV
In an interview with Pakistan TV’s The Newsroom, Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski urged the Taliban to uphold Afghan girls’ right to education, terming current restrictions “tragic.” He welcomed the launch of Pakistan TV, emphasized the importance of verified journalism, underscored the need for global stability, and reaffirmed Poland’s strong relations with Pakistan.
October 23, 2025