Herat Unrest: Women Arrested in Hijab Crackdown Amid Protests

In Herat, Afghanistan, authorities arrested over 30 women for allegedly not following the Taliban-imposed dress code, leading to protests that resulted in violence and casualties. The Taliban have imposed stringent restrictions on women since taking power in 2021, which has attracted international condemnation.

Authorities in Herat, Afghanistan, arrested over 30 women accused of violating Taliban dress codes, a move that sparked significant backlash and protest.

Reports indicate that security forces responded to these demonstrations with violence, reportedly opening fire on protesters, resulting in at least two deaths and over 20 injuries.

The arrests and violent response underscore growing international concern over the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights since their rise to power in 2021.