Author: رسانه‌ای گوهر شاد

5 days ago - 58 Visits

The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that the morality police of the caretaker government are monitoring health centers and shops to prevent the presence of women without a male guardian. In its latest report on the human rights situation, released the organization stated that the morality police in Kandahar instructed cosmetic shops and other women's goods stores not to sell any products to women without a male guardian. The report noted that on May 21, during a visit to a health center in the Deh Rawood district, the Taliban's morality police emphasized that female patients without a male guardian should not benefit from health services. The report also mentioned that the morality police stated that female health workers must also be accompanied by a male guardian during working hours. UNAMA highlighted that government forces in Logar also warned a woman who had come to the market to buy food that she should not come without a male guardian again. UNAMA stressed that government forces slapped the shopkeeper who sold goods to this woman and detained him. It was reported that this shopkeeper was released after signing a written commitment not to sell goods to women without a male guardian in the future. Additionally, in June, in Badakhshan province, morality police interrogated women who had come to the market for shopping because they were without a male guardian and did not have "appropriate hijab."

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6 days ago - 58 Visits

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme has recently stated that no mother should have to wait in cold or hot weather with her sick child for access to healthcare services across Afghanistan. In a message posted on its X account, the organization mentioned that, with the support of the Japan International Cooperation Agency, it is constructing a waiting area at the Charasiab Hospital in Kabul to provide a safer and more dignified space for patients and their companions. The UN Human Settlements Programme further emphasized that it is currently working on the construction of six waiting areas in hospitals throughout Afghanistan. This comes as the lack of facilities and waiting areas in Afghan hospitals, particularly in government hospitals, poses a significant challenge for patients and their families. The absence of waiting areas has often led to patients' companions wandering in the hallways and courtyards of hospitals during treatment. It is worth noting that the maternal mortality rate in this country is 521 per 100,000 live births. Moreover, Afghanistan's healthcare system has faced extensive challenges for decades, including a shortage of medical centers, specialized doctors, and medications. In many remote provinces of the country, there are still no healthcare facilities available.

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6 days ago - 71 Visits

In response to the ongoing ban on girls' education, the Afghanistan Rights Monitor states that each day that passes without girls receiving an education is a day that will never return. In a message posted on its X account, the organization noted that girls in Afghanistan are still waiting for a classroom, a book, and their future. The Afghanistan Rights Monitor further emphasized that the world should not remain silent in the face of the deprivation of education for girls beyond the sixth grade. The organization has called for opportunities to be created for girls to return to school. It was mentioned that 1,770 days have passed since the ban on education for girls above the sixth grade was imposed. This comes as the interim government has deprived women and girls of education and learning since taking control of Afghanistan. In its latest restriction, it closed the doors of medical institutes to girls and women, while the health sector across Afghanistan faces a shortage of personnel. This government's action has resulted in millions of female students being unable to access education. Additionally, women have been banned from going to sports clubs, restaurants, public baths, being examined by male doctors, traveling without a male guardian, and working in both domestic and international NGOs, as well as at UN offices in Afghanistan. According to reports, if this ban continues, nearly four million girls may be deprived of education by 2030.

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6 days ago - 63 Visits

The "Women for Afghanistan" organization has called for the establishment of a legitimate, inclusive political process based on the demands of all citizens of Afghanistan in an open letter to the Secretary-General of the United Nations and members of the UN Security Council. The organization announced that this letter was prepared in consultation with 30 institutions and 450 women from within Afghanistan. In the first paragraph of the letter, the United Nations is urged to create a systematic and targeted mechanism for sustained engagement with diverse groups of Afghan women, democratic forces, civil society representatives, and political stakeholders, both inside Afghanistan and abroad. The letter emphasizes that such engagement should not be limited to consultations but must ensure meaningful and genuine participation of Afghan women and other political and social movements in shaping the political process. In this letter, "Women for Afghanistan" also stresses the implementation of recommendations from independent assessments, the appointment of a special representative of the United Nations for Afghanistan, the establishment of clear criteria for measuring progress in the political process, increased transparency and accountability of UNAMA, and ensuring full and equal participation of women in the political process. This letter has been sent to the United Nations at a time when the interim government, after taking control of Afghanistan, has deprived women and girls of education and training. Recently, in its latest restriction, it closed the doors of medical institutes to girls and women while the healthcare sector across Afghanistan faces a shortage of personnel. This action by the current government has resulted in millions of schoolgirls being unable to receive education and training. Additionally, women have been prohibited from going to sports clubs, restaurants, public baths, being examined by male doctors, traveling without a male guardian, working in domestic and international NGOs, and even at UN offices in Afghanistan. According to reports, if this ban continues, nearly four million girls may be deprived of education by 2030.

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7 days ago - 62 Visits

OCHA, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, has recently announced that without urgent funding, millions of people in Afghanistan will lose access to life-saving care. In a message posted on its X account, the agency called for financial support for humanitarian projects in Afghanistan. OCHA further emphasized that due to budget cuts, nutritional programs for 5.7 million children and mothers are at risk in 2026. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs added that every child deserves the opportunity for healthy and strong growth. OCHA issued this warning coinciding with the "peak malnutrition season" in Afghanistan. This comes as two weeks ago, UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund, also warned that with the approach of the peak season for malnutrition and food insecurity, 3.7 million children in Afghanistan are at risk of malnutrition. UN-related agencies have repeatedly expressed concern this year about budget cuts and the worsening conditions of poverty and health for citizens, particularly mothers and children in Afghanistan. The United Nations states that nearly 22 million people in Afghanistan need humanitarian assistance this year. To address this situation, the organization has requested a budget of $1.71 billion; however, only 16 percent of this budget has been secured in the first half of the year.

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7 days ago - 68 Visits

The UN Women’s section has recently stated that women must remain at the center of addressing the needs of flood victims across Afghanistan. In a message posted on its X account, the organization emphasized the importance of ensuring that the needs of girls and women are addressed in the relief efforts. This comes as parts of Afghanistan have experienced devastating and deadly floods over the past six days, resulting in the loss of lives and the destruction of numerous homes. The Disaster Management Authority of the interim Afghan government has reported that due to heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides in the past 48 hours, ten people have died and six have been injured. Taj Mohammad Hemat, the deputy spokesperson for this authority, stated on Saturday (July 26) that these figures were recorded in Kabul, Kapisa, Panjshir, Parwan, Khost, Paktia, Paktika, Logar, Maidan Wardak, Ghazni, Nangarhar, Laghman, Kunar, Zabul, and Badakhshan. According to the Disaster Management Authority's statistics, over 630 residential houses were destroyed in the recent floods over the past two nights, affecting more than 2,700 families. Additionally, the International Organization for Migration and OCHA had previously reported that flood victims in Nuristan urgently need services such as shelter and food supplies. Based on the latest statistics from the Disaster Management Authority of the interim government, 24 people lost their lives and 80 were injured in last week’s floods in Nuristan. Government officials have also urged people to avoid residing or engaging in activities in areas at risk of flooding or where warnings have been issued by the meteorological department to prevent a recurrence of such casualties and damages.

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1 week ago - 81 Visits

Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Afghanistan, has recently stated that Afghan refugees in Iran are among the most vulnerable groups and are often overlooked. Mr. Bennett expressed regret over the continuation of death sentences in Iran, calling the execution of Afghan citizens in the country tragic. Previously, Richard Bennett and a group of independent human rights experts from the United Nations condemned the resumption of military conflicts between Washington and Tehran and their expansion into other regions. UN experts warned that neglecting agreed commitments to end the war "weakens the prospects for peace, harms the rights of war victims, and undermines the mutual trust necessary for a sustainable end to conflicts." They emphasized that civilians should not bear the costs of these conflicts and that all parties must adhere to international human rights and humanitarian laws, particularly the principles of distinction between military and civilian targets, proportionality in attacks, and precautions to protect civilians. In the statement from UN experts, it is mentioned that military attacks and counterattacks between the U.S. and Iran on the nights of July 12 and 13 marked a new phase of escalation in the crisis, raising concerns about further escalation of conflicts in the region. Experts expressed concern over reports of damage to civilian infrastructure in Iran, including ports, energy networks, transportation lines, and service facilities, warning that such attacks could disrupt people's access to food, medicine, and essential services.

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1 week ago - 62 Visits

Afghanistan Rights Watch has criticized the ongoing ban on education for girls above the sixth grade, stating that despite nearly five years of deprivation, girls in Afghanistan continue to keep their dreams of learning alive. In a message posted on its X account, the organization emphasized the necessity of advocacy and support for the right to education for girls and women in Afghanistan. The organization added that Afghan girls, despite being deprived of education beyond the sixth grade for about five years, have not given up on their aspiration to continue their studies. Afghanistan Rights Watch stressed in its message that the dream of learning among Afghan girls is alive, and the books waiting for their return to classrooms should not be forgotten. Furthermore, Afghanistan Rights Watch stated that the revival of the right to education for girls above the sixth grade requires ongoing advocacy and broad support for them. Part of the message reads: "Let girls learn and stand with the girls of Afghanistan." It has now been 1,768 days since schools for girls above the sixth grade have been closed in Afghanistan. The interim government, after taking control of Afghanistan, has deprived women and girls of education and schooling. In its latest restriction, it also closed the doors of medical institutes to girls and women, while the health sector across Afghanistan faces a shortage of personnel. This action by the current government has resulted in millions of female students being denied education and schooling. Additionally, women have been banned from going to sports clubs, restaurants, public baths, being examined by male doctors, traveling without a male guardian, working in local and international NGOs, and even at United Nations offices in Afghanistan. According to reports, if this ban continues, nearly four million girls may be deprived of education by 2030.

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1 week ago - 90 Visits

As women and girls in Afghanistan face increasingly severe restrictions on education and employment, Mohaddeseh Mirzaei, one of the first female pilots in Afghanistan, has achieved one of the highest positions in the aviation profession in Bulgaria. After migrating to Europe and overcoming numerous challenges, she recently reached the rank of captain of passenger aircraft and now wears four captain stripes on her shoulders. In an interview with the media, Mohaddeseh Mirzaei spoke about her difficult journey back to the cockpit, the realization of her dream of becoming a captain, and the goals she continues to set for herself in the field of aviation. She emphasized, "I want to strive harder and harder to be an exemplary captain, and I even want to become an instructor in piloting. This is a great responsibility for me." It is noteworthy that Mohaddeseh Mirzaei, the first female pilot of commercial flights in Afghanistan, sought refuge in Bulgaria after the Taliban regained control. She is now continuing her flights in Europe. Mohaddeseh was the first female pilot from Afghanistan to fly passengers on a Boeing 737 to various cities in Afghanistan and countries such as Turkey, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, and India. She received her pilot training in Canada and completed her first flight in Afghanistan at the age of 21 on August 20, 2020. She achieves her four captain stripes at a time when the current government has deprived women and girls of education and training after taking control of Afghanistan. In its latest restriction, it has closed the doors of medical institutes to girls and women, while the health sector across Afghanistan faces a shortage of personnel. This government's actions have resulted in millions of schoolgirls being denied education. Moreover, women have been banned from going to sports clubs, restaurants, public baths, being examined by male doctors, traveling without a male guardian, working in local and international NGOs, and even at United Nations offices in Afghanistan. According to reports, if this ban continues, nearly four million girls may be deprived of education by 2030.

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1 week ago - 83 Visits

Femena, or the organization supporting feminist movements, has announced that the restrictions imposed by the Taliban government in Afghanistan on women's movement and the activities of female staff in aid organizations have limited women's access to humanitarian and life-saving services. In a message posted on its X account, the organization warned that these restrictions have increased the risks and vulnerabilities of women and girls during the floods in Nuristan. The feminist movement organization further emphasized that the consequences of this crisis for women and girls could become more severe due to the existing limitations. This comes after sudden floods in the city of Parun, the capital of Nuristan, resulted in at least 23 fatalities, around 80 injuries, and over 100 reported missing. The floods occurred following heavy rainfall and caused extensive damage to homes and property belonging to the residents of this province. During the floods in Nuristan, seven houses were completely destroyed, and 23 houses were partially damaged. Additionally, 70 shops and 11 hotels in the city of Parun were either fully or partially affected, and 40 vehicles were destroyed.

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