Taliban Enforces Stricter Laws on Afghan Women, Sparking International Outcry

New regulations severely limit women's rights and freedoms, reversing initial promises of moderation.

The Taliban has issued a new public morality law that heavily restricts women's rights, including bans on education, public speaking, and dress code violations.
Female morality police, often more aggressive than their male counterparts, are now a common sight in Kabul, enforcing the new regulations rigorously.
The crackdown on women's rights is seen by some as a tactic to gain leverage in international negotiations, amidst Afghanistan's economic struggles and lack of global recognition.
Internal divisions within the Taliban are growing, with hardliners consolidating power and sidelining more moderate voices who had initially sought international support.
Afghan women express despair and loss of hope for any easing of restrictions, criticizing the silence of the international community over the past three years.