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Taliban's Rule Erases Two Decades of Afghan Progress

7/30/2025

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Since taking control in August 2021, the Taliban has reversed two decades of progress in Afghanistan, imposing harsh authoritarian rule and gender apartheid. Women are marginalized, and civil society is stifled, leading to a perilous situation. The global community must unite to engage with the Taliban and Afghan leaders to forge a sustainable political solution and restore accountable governance.

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Story summary

Since taking control in August 2021, the Taliban has reversed two decades of progress in Afghanistan, imposing harsh authoritarian rule and gender apartheid. Women are marginalized, and civil society is stifled, leading to a perilous situation. The global community must unite to engage with the Taliban and Afghan leaders to forge a sustainable political solution and restore accountable governance.