Amnesty International has recently stated that the international community remains confused in the face of Afghanistan’s “disastrous situation,” and a “coordinated and principle-based humanitarian action” regarding the situation in Afghanistan is urgently needed.
In a statement, the organization welcomed the United Nations General Assembly resolution on Afghanistan and its calls for the repeal of the caretaker government’s decrees against women and for investigations into ongoing and past human rights violations in Afghanistan.
Amnesty International further emphasized that the United Nations and the global community must ensure that this resolution is accompanied by immediate and effective actions to support the human rights of all people in Afghanistan, particularly women and girls.
It was noted that this resolution follows numerous Security Council resolutions on Afghanistan that have not yet been fully implemented.
Amnesty International added that among these is Security Council Resolution 2681, issued in April 2023, which called on the current government to swiftly repeal all decrees that restrict the human rights of women and girls; this has still not been executed.
Additionally, Amnesty International mentioned the situation of Afghan migrants and refugees, stating that they are in a state of uncertainty and are facing mass expulsions, arbitrary detentions, and difficult conditions, particularly in Iran and Pakistan.
The organization noted that while there is a greater need than ever for resettlement programs for at-risk citizens of Afghanistan, several countries have halted these programs, while humanitarian aid budgets have also decreased.
Amnesty International stated: “We reiterate that the human rights of the people of Afghanistan, including women, girls, and religious and ethnic minorities, are non-negotiable.”
The organization has called on the global community to “ensure the full, equal, meaningful, and safe participation of Afghan women and minorities in all decision-making processes, including UN-led initiatives.”
Two days ago, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution titled “Situation in Afghanistan” with 116 votes in favor, two against, and 12 abstentions. The United States and Israel voted against this resolution.
