Afghanistan: Weaponising Sexual Harassment
The lack of legal protection under the Taleban means that harassment and discrimination are effectively forcing women out of the workplace.
The lack of legal protection under the Taleban means that harassment and discrimination are effectively forcing women out of the workplace.
“The issue inflicts immense anguish upon families left not knowing whether their loved ones are alive, suffering, or dead.”
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
A new decree requires citizens to renew passports in-country, putting exiled government critics at risk.
Economist had announced launch of UK-based education fund before his arrest.
A draft law will strictly regulate the sector, prohibiting foreign couples from accessing services.
The 40-year-old faces up to five years in prison following an arrest many see as directly related to his criticism of the interior ministry.
Longtime ruler of autonomous enclave resigns on health concerns, but observers maintain his exit was on Baku’s orders.
Trial of 22 defendants enters final stages amid concerns of bias and lack of transparency.
The combined sentences of those jailed in demonstrations amount to nearly 500 years.