Life in the Taliban's Afghanistan

Recent questions

• What is the current situation in Wardak province?

  The Wardak province is hosting a celebration for Taliban fighters, commemorating losses and celebrating victories. Women are granted a brief 10-minute glimpse into the event, where Taliban leaders, fighters, children, and locals are in attendance.

• How are women's rights affected by the Taliban's return?

  The Taliban's return has led to a regression in women's rights, with restrictions on education and work. Women's rights activists are running shelters for victims of domestic violence, as the Taliban courts operate under Sharia law, issuing judgments and fatwas that limit women's freedoms.

• What challenges do abused women face under Taliban control?

  Abused women under Taliban control face severe challenges in seeking justice, with limited options available due to the Taliban's strict societal rules. A woman named Fatima even faced severe abuse and a death sentence by stoning, highlighting the dire situation for abused women in Afghanistan.

• How is the international community responding to the Taliban's treatment of women?

  The international community has criticized the abandonment of Afghan women, with concerns over the Taliban's treatment leading to a freeze in foreign aid. Many fear the rollback of women's rights and living in fear, as the Taliban's control has resulted in a humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

• What is the impact of the Taliban's rule on healthcare in Afghanistan?

  Hospitals in Afghanistan are overwhelmed with malnourished patients, especially children, as the country faces a severe humanitarian crisis under the Taliban's rule. With foreign aid frozen and concerns over the treatment of women and minorities, the healthcare system is struggling to cope with the increasing number of patients in need.