April 25, 2024

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The UN leader says the Taliban are “terrified” of women’s rights abuses

Antonio Guterres called for a situation in which Afghanistan would fall “Unimaginable tragedy”, As the Taliban move closer to power.

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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said “Terrified” Friday, August 13 Reports of violations of women’s rights by the Taliban in Afghanistan.

“I am deeply concerned by the initial reports that the Taliban are imposing strict restrictions on human rights in areas under their control. The UN chief apologized to reporters. It is very shocking and heartbreaking to see the hard-won rights of women and girls in Afghanistan being taken away from them. “

The Taliban arrived at the gates of Kabul on Friday after capturing almost half of Afghanistan’s provincial capitals. Nearly 241,000 people had already fled to face the insurgent advance of the rebels, said Antonio Guterres, describing the situation in Afghanistan. “Unimaginable tragedy”.

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