Taliban pledge peace and women's rights under Islam
Tue, August 17, 2021, 3:37 PM
The Taliban held their first official news conference in Kabul on Tuesday since the shocking, swift seizure of the city, claiming they wanted peaceful relations with other countries and – despite past harsh treatment of women that included public stonings – vowed they would respect women’s rights within the framework of Islamic law.
“Women will be afforded all their rights whether it is at work or other activities because women are a key part of society. We are guaranteeing all their rights within the limits of Islam.”
The Taliban held their first official news conference in Kabul on Tuesday since the shocking, swift seizure of the city, claiming they wanted peaceful relations with other countries and – despite past harsh treatment of women that included public stonings – vowed they would respect women’s...
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