Zan News: The UN Women has labeled the Taliban's new law on the promotion of virtue and prevention of vice as "misogynistic" and called for its immediate revocation. UN: Taliban Must Immediately Revoke Their Misogynistic Law August 29, 2024 Zan News Zan News: The UN Women has labeled the Taliban's new law on the promotion of virtue and prevention of vice as "misogynistic" and called for its immediate revocation. In a statement, the organization said that this Taliban law completely removes women from public life. The UN Women expressed concern over the Taliban leader's approval of the law, emphasizing that it severely impacts women's private lives. According to this organization, over the past three years, the Taliban have implemented more than 70 restrictive decrees on women's lives and work, resulting in gross human rights violations. The organization emphasized that the restrictions imposed by the Taliban have had devastating effects on the lives of Afghan women. It's worth noting that the new Taliban law has faced widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and women's rights activists. However, the Taliban have dismissed these reactions as disrespect for Islamic Sharia.

The coalition emphasized in the statement that Afghan women under Taliban rule face the most severe forms of suppression and gender discrimination. Referencing bans on education, employment, social participation, and even the freedom of movement for women, the statement described these policies as a blatant violation of human rights and a major challenge for equality movements around the world. The statement added: "We stand with the women of Afghanistan, and we view March 8 as an opportunity to raise our voices against this organized crime." The Independent Coalition of Protest Movements called on human rights organizations, international institutions, and progressive movements worldwide to not remain silent against the Taliban's gender apartheid and to take a firm stance. The statement also demanded that the systematic repression of women by the Taliban be recognized as a crime against humanity in international forums, and it called for full support of the resistance movements of women both inside and outside Afghanistan. In conclusion, the statement stressed: "March 8 is a day of global solidarity among women, and on this day, we will amplify the voice of Afghanistan's resilient women louder than ever." Independent Coalition of Protest Movements Demands Immediate Action to End Systematic Repression of Afghan Women Zan News: On the occasion of March 8, International Women's Day, the Independent Coalition of Protest Movements issued a statement condemning the Taliban's anti-women policies as a form of gender apartheid and calling on the international community for urgent measures to end the systematic repression of Afghan women. March 4, 2025 The coalition emphasized in the statement that Afghan women under Taliban rule face the most severe forms of suppression and gender discrimination. Referencing bans on education, employment, social participation, and even the freedom of movement for women, the statement described these policies as a blatant violation of human rights and a major challenge for equality movements around the world. The statement added: "We stand with the women of Afghanistan, and we view March 8 as an opportunity to raise our voices against this organized crime." The Independent Coalition of Protest Movements called on human rights organizations, international institutions, and progressive movements worldwide to not remain silent against the Taliban's gender apartheid and to take a firm stance. The statement also demanded that the systematic repression of women by the Taliban be recognized as a crime against humanity in international forums, and it called for full support of the resistance movements of women both inside and outside Afghanistan. In conclusion, the statement stressed: "March 8 is a day of global solidarity among women, and on this day, we will amplify the voice of Afghanistan's resilient women louder than ever." Zan News

Zan News - Kabul: The United Nations Women (UN Women) has released a report stating that it supports 113 women's organizations in 19 provinces of Afghanistan, and women earn income through work and social activities with the support of this organization. UN Women Supports 113 Afghan Women-Led Organizations June 2, 2024 Zan News Zan News - Kabul: The United Nations Women (UN Women) has released a report stating that it supports 113 women's organizations in 19 provinces of Afghanistan, and women earn income through work and social activities with the support of this organization. In this report titled "Rebuilding the Women's Movement in Afghanistan, One Organization at a Time," UN Women adds that it provides assistance to women in 19 provinces of Afghanistan through appropriate training, skills development, and provision of small-scale seed funding. According to the report, the "Rebuilding the Women's Movement in Afghanistan" program, which began in mid-2022, has partnered with 113 organizations in 19 provinces and supported at least 515 women as of May 2024. These women receive salaries through their work in these organizations. Data from the International Labor Organization shows that by the end of 2022, the female employment rate had decreased by 25% compared to before the Taliban takeover. This decline is mainly due to the Taliban's bans on women working in national and international NGOs since December 2022. Citing the decline in the female employment rate and restrictions, UN Women sees the launch of small home-based businesses as an essential solution to preserve skills and create hope among Afghan women. Alison Davidian, UN Women's Special Representative for Afghanistan, says: "Supporting women-led community organizations not only helps sustain them but also prepares women for bigger things in the future." She emphasizes that the entity's commitment to investing in women's organizations is not limited to financial support, but also includes long-term sustainable technical investment and capacity building to ensure success, motivate women, and enhance their sustainability. This comes as the Taliban, in addition to other restrictive measures, have gradually banned women from working in various sectors since taking over Afghanistan. Currently, women are only employed in limited sectors such as domestic work, small and medium-sized businesses.

Zan News: The Taliban in Nimroz province have reportedly burned 508 kilograms of women’s hair in Chahar Burjak district of the province. Taliban Burn 508 Kilograms of Women's Hair in Nimroz February 19, 2025 Zan News Zan News: The Taliban in Nimroz province have reportedly burned 508 kilograms of women’s hair in Chahar Burjak district of the province. Sakhi Ahmad Jalali, the spokesperson for the Taliban court in Nimroz, stated on Tuesday (February 18) that this action was carried out following a ruling by the Taliban's primary court in the district. He added that an individual was also sentenced to imprisonment for selling women’s hair. It is said that this decision was implemented based on a ruling by the Supreme Court of the Taliban and a decree from the group’s leader. This act comes approximately two weeks after the Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice burned 900 kilograms of women’s hair collected in Deh Sabz district of Kabul.

Zan News - Nuristan: Unknown gunmen have shot and killed a woman in Nuristan. Photo: Christoph Reuter / DER SPIEGEL A Woman Killed by Unknown Gunmen in Nuristan August 13, 2024 Zan News Zan News - Nuristan: Unknown gunmen have shot and killed a woman in Nuristan. Local sources in Nuristan report that the woman was killed on Monday (August 12) in the village of "Chatras," located in the Parun district, the capital of the province. According to sources, the woman was working in her field when she was attacked. The motive for the killing remains unclear, and the gunmen fled the area following the incident. Local Taliban officials in Nuristan have not yet commented on the matter.

Zan News: The Supreme Court of the Taliban has announced that five individuals, including two women, were publicly flogged in Faryab and Kunduz provinces on charges of "running away from home" and "extramarital relations." Social Media Taliban Publicly Flog Five Individuals, Including Two Women, in Faryab and Kunduz Provinces February 5, 2025 Zan News Zan News: The Supreme Court of the Taliban has announced that five individuals, including two women, were publicly flogged in Faryab and Kunduz provinces on charges of "running away from home" and "extramarital relations." According to a press release issued by the court on Wednesday (February 5), three individuals, including one woman, were flogged in the Balcharagh district of Faryab province on charges of "running away from home." The court stated that two of these individuals were each sentenced to one year in prison and 39 lashes. Another individual was sentenced to 39 lashes. In Kunduz province, two individuals, including one woman, were flogged on charges of "extramarital relations" and each sentenced to two years in prison and 39 lashes. This comes as human rights organizations have consistently condemned the Taliban's physical punishments, describing them as blatant violations of human rights and human dignity. Since returning to power, the Taliban have repeatedly carried out flogging and execution punishments in various parts of Afghanistan, actions that have drawn widespread condemnation from the international community and human rights organizations.

Zan News: The "Afghanistan Women's Spontaneous Movement" has issued a statement opposing the invitation of Taliban representatives to the third Doha meeting and calling on the United Nations to pay special attention to human rights, particularly the rights of women and girls, at the meeting. Women Protesters Demand That The UN Pay Special Attention to Women's Rights at The Third Doha Meeting June 2, 2024 Abdullah Naseri Zan News: The "Afghanistan Women's Spontaneous Movement" has issued a statement opposing the invitation of Taliban representatives to the third Doha meeting and calling on the United Nations to pay special attention to human rights, particularly the rights of women and girls, at the meeting. The movement has released protest videos outlining their demands for the third Doha meeting and has expressed support for the appointment of a UN special representative for Afghanistan. Members of the movement called for the formation of a government based on the people's vote in Afghanistan, saying they want a leadership that comes from the people and is based on their vote. According to the protesters, education and work are among the most fundamental civil rights that women and girls have been denied since the Taliban took power. They called on the hosts of the third Doha meeting to pay serious attention to the right to education and work for women and to prioritize this issue. The protesters expressed hope that the meeting will end in favor of the Afghan people. Members of the "Afghanistan Women's Spontaneous Movement" also emphasized the importance of the presence of political groups opposed to the Taliban at the meeting, saying that without their presence, the results of the meeting will not be acceptable to the Afghan people. This comes as the third Doha meeting, hosted by the United Nations, is scheduled to take place in Qatar later this month. Rosemary DiCarlo, UN Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, traveled to Afghanistan to formally invite the Taliban to participate in the meeting. The Taliban have also announced that they have appointed their representatives to participate in the "main discussions" of the meeting.

Zan News: Local sources in Ghazni have reported that the Taliban's enforcers of the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice have raided a house in the province and arrested a female hairdresser. Taliban Arrest a Female Hairdresser in Ghazni October 12, 2024 Zan News Zan News: Local sources in Ghazni have reported that the Taliban's enforcers of the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice have raided a house in the province and arrested a female hairdresser. According to sources, this incident occurred at the beginning of last week in the Qala Amir Mohammad Khan area, fifth security district of Ghazni city. Sources say that the female hairdresser was arrested while she was doing a bride's makeup in a house. Sources have stated that there is no information available about the woman's fate so far. This comes as the Taliban have banned the operation of women's beauty salons in Afghanistan. Reports indicate that the Taliban are using some women to identify and trap female hairdressers.

Zan News - Faryab: Four children lost their lives due to the explosion of a rocket shell in the village of "Dahan Dara" in Pashtun Kot District, Faryab province. Rocket Shell Explosion Kills Four Children in Faryab June 16, 2024 Zan News Zan News - Faryab: Four children lost their lives due to the explosion of a rocket shell in the village of "Dahan Dara" in Pashtun Kot District, Faryab province. Abdullah Moradi, the spokesperson for the Taliban's police command in Faryab, stated that the incident occurred on Sunday morning (June 16). According to him, a 12-year-old girl and three boys were killed in the explosion. It is noteworthy that remnants of long-standing conflicts in Afghanistan, such as unexploded ordnance, continue to pose a deadly threat to citizens, particularly children. In a previous incident, three children also lost their lives due to a rocket shell explosion in Qaisar District of Faryab province.

Zan News: Masouma Alizada, an Afghan cyclist and manager of the Refugee Team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, carried this year's Olympic torch in the city of Orléans, France. Masouma Alizada, Afghan Female Athlete, Carried the 2024 Olympic Torch in France July 14, 2024 Zan News Zan News: Masouma Alizada, an Afghan cyclist and manager of the Refugee Team at the 2024 Paris Olympics, carried this year's Olympic torch in the city of Orléans, France. The Refugee Team stated in a message on their X account that Ms. Alizada delivered a powerful message by carrying the Olympic torch this year. In a video published by the Refugee Team, Ms. Alizada said, "We have been striving for years, and I hope to win a medal in these games. Our team competes at the Paris 2024 Olympics representing all refugees. We send a message of hope and peace through these games." Masouma Alizada, who has been living in France for the past eight years, previously competed with the Refugee Team in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. At the Paris Olympics, which will be held from July 26 to August 11, she is responsible for 36 migrant athletes from 11 countries, competing in 12 sports disciplines. Meanwhile, the Taliban have banned women and girls from sports in Afghanistan, and all women's sports teams have been dissolved. Despite these restrictions, a group of six athletes—three men and three women—will represent Afghanistan at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The Taliban have stated that they do not recognize these three women as official Afghan athletes.