Taliban Faces Global Condemnation Over Women’s Rights

The Taliban has imposed new laws in Afghanistan that severely restrict women's rights, including mandates for women to conceal their faces, bodies, and voices in public. These laws have drawn strong criticism from the United Nations and human rights groups, who describe them as offering a 'distressing vision' for the country's future. Taliban officials insist these measures are consistent with Islamic Sharia law and accuse critics of being ignorant or arrogant. Since regaining power, the Taliban has systematically rolled back progress on women’s rights, banning women from most public spaces and employment, and requiring male guardianship for travel. The Vice and Virtue Ministry is empowered to enforce these laws, which cover all aspects of personal conduct. Despite international condemnation, the Taliban remains firm in its commitment to these restrictive policies.