Overview

• The Taliban claimed Afghan women's rights are protected within Islamic law and Afghan traditions, contrasting them with Western societal norms.
• Since 2021, the Taliban have barred girls from secondary education, most employment opportunities, and public spaces, drawing widespread international condemnation.
• The UN reiterated its call for the Taliban to lift restrictions, emphasizing the importance of Afghan women's participation in public life for the country's future.
• UNESCO hosted a high-level conference in Paris featuring Afghan activists and experts, highlighting the global push for women's rights in Afghanistan.
• The Taliban remain internationally isolated, lacking recognition as Afghanistan's legitimate government due to their gender-based policies.