Kabul: The Taliban says that women’s freedom in Afghanistan is not their priority. Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Muhajid stated that lifting the ban on women is not a priority for the organization. The Taliban’s response comes amid controversy over the ban on women in universities and the ban on women working in non-governmental organizations.
The Taliban said that nothing that violates Islamic law will be allowed in the country. Sabiullah said that the issue of prohibition against women will be considered on the basis of the law implemented in the country. Trying to regulate things according to sharia law. In that situation, the government cannot allow any action against it, he said. Sabiullah said that the country’s religious beliefs should be taken into account and humanitarian aid should not be mixed with politics.
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There are protests in different parts of the country against the restrictions imposed on women. Many foreign countries, including the United States, have criticized the Taliban. Western countries want to remove the bans and provide an opportunity for girls to get an education.
English Summary: Women’s Rights Not Priority, Says Taliban Spokesperson After Education Ban