The Taliban released eight female protesters who had been detained for several hours in Kabul. The detainees were members of the Afghan Women's Solidarity Movement, an organization advocating for women's rights in the country, Daryo correspondent in Afghanistan reported.
The Afghan Women's Solidarity Movement reported on Monday, August 21, that eight of its members, Hosna Sarwari, Farida Mohib, Tuba Attai, Hatul Farhoud, Lima Amiri and Hajjar Azada have been freed by the Taliban after enduring several hours of detention. The incident occurred when Taliban forces raided a house in the Khairkhana district of Kabul, apprehending these women during the night. This abrupt and forceful apprehension triggered a series of events that would lead to a significant response from both the public and international organizations.
News of the detention spread rapidly on social media platforms, prompting outrage among Afghan citizens and the global community alike. The Afghan Women's Solidarity Movement took to social networks to call attention to the situation and rally support for the detainees. Activists, human rights organizations, and individuals concerned with the deteriorating human rights situation in Afghanistan expressed their condemnation of the detention, demanding the immediate release of the women.
While the release of the eight detained women is undoubtedly a positive development, it does not mitigate the broader concerns regarding the rights and safety of women in Afghanistan. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between the Taliban's rule and the aspirations of those striving for gender equality and human rights.
Earlier Daryo reported that a recent article from The Washington Post provides insight into the conditions of mental health institutions in Afghanistan. The report highlights that a notable portion of individuals seeking treatment in these facilities are young girls and women who are dealing with mental depression and psychological strain.
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