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Taliban's Internal Strife: Women's Rights vs. Legitimacy

7/13/2025

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The Taliban struggles for global legitimacy, hindered by their harsh treatment of women. While Russia engages diplomatically, cracks are appearing within the group, with leaders like Abbas Stanikzai and Sirajuddin Haqqani pushing for women's rights. This internal conflict could jeopardize the Taliban's stability, even as other nations eye Russia's approach.

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The Taliban struggles for global legitimacy, hindered by their harsh treatment of women. While Russia engages diplomatically, cracks are appearing within the group, with leaders like Abbas Stanikzai and Sirajuddin Haqqani pushing for women's rights. This internal conflict could jeopardize the Taliban's stability, even as other nations eye Russia's approach.