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Taliban Celebrates Four Years Amid Women’s Rights Crisis

8/16/2025

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Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada marked four years of rule, urging Afghans to appreciate Islamic governance and Sharia law.
Rights groups criticized the Taliban for limiting women's rights, particularly in education and public life.
Protests by the United Afghan Women’s Movement underscored the ongoing oppression and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

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Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada marked four years of rule, urging Afghans to appreciate Islamic governance and Sharia law.
Rights groups criticized the Taliban for limiting women's rights, particularly in education and public life.
Protests by the United Afghan Women’s Movement underscored the ongoing oppression and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.