Joven afgana se inmoló tras ser obligada a casarse con un talibán: activistas se pronunciaron

The Tragic Death of Abida

A 20-year-old Afghan woman, Abida, reportedly died by self-immolation after being forced into marriage with a Taliban member. This incident has caused widespread condemnation from women's rights activists in Afghanistan.

Activist Outrage and Calls for Justice

Activists, including Mina Rafiq and Gol Chehra Yaftali, have voiced their anger and demanded justice for Abida. They highlighted that this is not an isolated case, and many Afghan women face similar oppression.

• Mina Rafiq called for an end to the violence against women and urged people to speak out.
• Gol Chehra Yaftali demanded justice for Abida and shed light on the silent suffering of countless other girls facing similar fates.

The activists criticized the Taliban's promises and policies as deceptive, emphasizing the stark reality faced by women in Afghanistan.

International Condemnation and Calls for Accountability

Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Afghanistan, called for accountability from the Taliban authorities and increased support for Afghan women facing systematic gender oppression. He described the reports as devastating and offered condolences to Abida's family. He also stressed the need for investigation and mental health support.

The Plight of Women in Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan

The situation of women and girls under the Taliban regime continues to be severely restricted, drawing widespread criticism from the international community, human rights organizations, and women's rights advocates.