Afghanistan
Armed conflict involving government forces, the United States, the Taliban, and other insurgent forces has continued with laws-of-war violations by all parties. Hundreds of civilians were killed and injured in the past year in insurgent attacks, while indiscriminate airstrikes by government forces added to the civilian toll. While the Taliban have eased some restrictive practices in areas under their control, severe restrictions remain on education, free expression, and the media. The International Criminal Court authorized an investigation into possible war crimes and crimes against humanity in the conflict. The Covid-19 pandemic overwhelmed Afghanistan’s fragile health system, adding to an ongoing humanitarian emergency.
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“You Have No Right to Complain”
Education, Social Restrictions, and Justice in Taliban-Held Afghanistan
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“Disability Is Not Weakness”
Discrimination and Barriers Facing Women and Girls with Disabilities in Afghanistan
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Afghanistan: Little Help for Conflict-Linked Trauma
Government, Donors Should Expand Mental Health Programs
News
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South Asia’s Women’s Rights Activists Should Be Heard
International Women’s Day Should Prompt Real Reforms
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Attacks Targeting Afghan Civilians Spread Terror
Governments Backing Talks Should Press for Civilian Protections
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Still No Safeguards to Stop Torture in Afghanistan
Failure to Prosecute Abusers Fuels ‘Vicious Cycle’
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South Asia: Justice, Services Can Curb Sexual Violence
Death Penalty Push Ignores Real Solutions to Regional Failings
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Australia: Ensure Justice for Alleged War Crimes
Independent Investigations, Swift Reparations, Protection for Whistleblowers
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Afghan Children Need Full Access to Education
Government Proposal for Mosque-Based Primary Schools Raises Concerns
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Asian Nations Reject UN Vote Against Death Penalty
11 Asia-Pacific Governments Oppose 120 States on Capital Punishment Moratorium
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Afghanistan: Donors Should Support Rights Gains
Continued Assistance for Education, Health, Media Essential
