The world watches in collective despair as the plight of women and girls in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan continues to deteriorate. With the international community largely echoing sentiments of concern but demonstrating limited action, it’s high time we shift from mere lip service to tangible intervention.
Ever since the Taliban’s resurgence in August 2021, Afghanistan’s women and girls have been subjected to a regressive and oppressive regime. Malala Yousafzai, a beacon of hope for many, has fervently advocated for their rights, emphasizing the urgent need for global solidarity. “The systematic erasure of women and girls from public life by the Taliban is a grave violation of humanity,” she rightly points out, urging nations to categorize gender apartheid as a crime against humanity.
The recent report by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) underscores this grim reality. Labeling the Taliban as “de facto authorities” due to its lack of international recognition, UNAMA highlights the draconian measures imposed on women and girls. From restricted access to........