RASC News Agency: Rina Amiri, the US special representative for women’s and human rights affairs in Afghanistan, recently addressed the issue of human rights activists being arrested and imprisoned by the Taliban. In a message shared on her social media platform, she urged the group to release these individuals who have been detained solely for their courageous defense of people’s rights. Mrs. Amiri made this plea on Saturday, December 9th, emphasizing the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety and freedom of those who advocate for them.
In her statement, the United States’ special representative highlighted the specific cases of Julia Parsi, Manizha Sediqi, Neda Parwani, and Parisa Azada, who were arrested by the Taliban for their involvement in peaceful protests. Mrs. Amiri expressed her concern for these human rights defenders and urged the Taliban not to subject them to any form of punishment. The arrest and imprisonment of these women activists is a clear violation of their rights, and Mrs. Amiri’s call for their release reflects the international community’s commitment to protecting and promoting human rights.
It is important to note that the Taliban has faced numerous accusations of human rights abuses, particularly against Afghanistani women and girls, since their rise to power. The US Department of Home Affairs has already taken action by imposing sanctions on two officials from the group due to their involvement in human rights violations.
Furthermore, the Taliban’s control over the country has resulted in the deprivation of basic rights for Afghanistani women and girls, including access to education, employment, and freedom of movement. Additionally, the group has imposed strict dress codes on women, further restricting their personal freedoms. The international community, represented by figures like Rina Amiri, continues to advocate for the protection of human rights in Afghanistan and the release of those unjustly detained by the Taliban.
