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Afghan Women Defy Taliban: Fight for Rights Continues

6/1/2025

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Since the Taliban's return to power in August 2021, Afghan women and girls have endured harsh restrictions on their rights, losing access to education and jobs. Yet, their spirit remains unbroken as they courageously advocate for recognition and urge the world not to ignore their suffering or compromise their rights for the sake of stability.

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Since the Taliban's return to power in August 2021, Afghan women and girls have endured harsh restrictions on their rights, losing access to education and jobs. Yet, their spirit remains unbroken as they courageously advocate for recognition and urge the world not to ignore their suffering or compromise their rights for the sake of stability.