RASC News Agency: Recent reports from Herat province have revealed that the Taliban has implemented further measures to curtail the lives of Afghanistani women and girls. On the morning of Wednesday, November 22nd, Taliban members launched an attack on the markets in Herat city and forcefully shut down all the sewing shops that specifically catered to women’s clothing. These tailors, who were predominantly men sewing women’s clothes, were sternly warned by the Taliban to cease their activities and close their shops. The motives behind this action are believed to stem from the Taliban’s disapproval of men engaging in this particular trade. Despite the increasing restrictions that are being imposed on Afghanistani women across the country, the Taliban group in Herat province has yet to comment on this incident.
The incident in Herat province is not an isolated occurrence. The Taliban has carried out similar actions in Mazar-e-Sharif, the capital of Balkh province, by blocking women’s tailor shops. International organizations have reported a substantial decline of approximately 32% in women’s work and overall activity due to these restrictions. It is crucial to note that since the Taliban’s takeover, they have consistently exhibited oppressive and violent behavior towards Afghanistani women and girls.
The situation for Afghanistani women under the Taliban’s rule remains profoundly challenging. Their lives and freedoms are continuously constrained, inhibiting their ability to work and participate in daily activities. The international community must collectively condemn these egregious human rights violations and strive to ensure the safety and empowerment of Afghanistani women and girls. Urgent action is required to address this grave issue.
