UN Rights Body Seeks Reversal Of Taliban Policies Violating Afghan Women's Right

The United Nations Human Rights Council passed a resolution condemning rights violations against women and girls in Afghanistan, urging the ruling Taliban to end restrictive practices described as making them invisible in society. <br />The council’s decisions are not legally binding but carry political weight and can lead to official investigations. <br />The U.S. ambassador to the council, Michèle Taylor, also voiced concern over recent measures, mentioning a new policy to punish male family members who are not enforcing restrictions that were creating an environment of constant fear.