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.
The council’s decisions are not legally binding but carry political weight and can lead to official investigations.
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.