The Taliban has recently made headlines for their repressive actions in Afghanistan, including imposing severe restrictions on women's rights, carrying out public executions, and restricting access to education and healthcare for Afghan women. They have faced condemnation from the international community for their treatment of women and girls, with the UN Security Council insisting on the equal participation of women in public life.
The Taliban, officially known as the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is a Sunni Islamic fundamentalist political movement and military organization in Afghanistan. They emerged in the early 1990s during the Afghan Civil War and gained control of the country in 1996, enforcing a strict interpretation of Islamic law. The Taliban's rule was marked by human rights abuses, particularly against women and minorities, leading to their ousting by the US-led invasion in 2001. However, they regained power in August 2021 following the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan. The Taliban's return to power has raised concerns about the future of human rights and stability in the region.
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