Taliban Leader Stands Firm Against Criticism as Millions of Girls Remain Uneducated

Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, the leader of the Taliban, declared at a gathering in Kandahar that he will not accept any illegitimate requests. Meanwhile, the United Nations reported that 2.4 million girls are being denied education.

Mullah Hibatullah: We Do Not Accept Illegitimate Requests

Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada, leader of the Taliban, stated at a gathering held at Kandahar airport to mark the fifth anniversary of the group’s rule that no illegitimate requests will be accepted. In his speech, he responded to criticisms and statements from human rights organizations, asserting, “We do not follow those who are ignorant and make unlawful demands.”

Five Years of Taliban Rule: 2.4 Million Girls Denied Education

As the fifth anniversary of Taliban rule approaches, the United Nations has revealed that 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan have been deprived of secondary and higher education. These restrictions are seen as a significant barrier to the progress of Afghanistan.

UN: Afghanistan the Only Country with Repressive Laws Against Women

In a joint statement, the United Nations announced that Afghanistan stands as the only country imposing repressive laws against women. This statement highlights the extensive limitations imposed by the Taliban on the lives of women and girls.

Concern Over Women’s Rights in Afghanistan

The state of women’s rights in Afghanistan is alarmingly severe. Heather Barr, Deputy Director of the Women’s Rights Division at Human Rights Watch, described this situation as one of the most intense crises of women’s rights in the world.

Taliban Under Pressure from the International Community for Human Rights Improvements

Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights, warned that the international community must prioritize the rights of women and girls in any dealings with the Taliban. He emphasized the risks of normalizing relations without real progress in human rights.