Taliban Marks Five Years in Power in Afghanistan, Human Rights Concerns Persist

The Taliban has marked five years since taking power in Afghanistan, with international bodies and officials expressing deep concern over the deteriorating human rights situation, particularly for women and girls who remain excluded from public life.

15 Aug, 07:44 — 15 Aug, 09:20

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Why this matters

The Taliban's return to power five years ago marked a significant shift in Afghanistan, leading to a severe rollback of human rights, particularly for women and girls. This anniversary highlights ongoing international concerns and the humanitarian crisis, underscoring the need for continued global attention and potential intervention.

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What sources agree on

The Taliban seized power in Afghanistan on August 15, 2021.
The fifth anniversary of Taliban rule is marked by widespread concern over human rights.
The human rights situation for women and girls in Afghanistan has significantly deteriorated under Taliban rule.

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The Taliban took power on August 15, 2021.

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Women in Afghanistan live like prisoners under the Taliban.

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Helen McEntee is deeply concerned over human rights in Afghanistan.

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The chaotic withdrawal of American and NATO forces in 2021

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A call for Germany to provide legal pathways for Afghan women to find freedom and work

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der-spiegelcenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticalMostly FactualAdvocates for women's rights, critical of Taliban

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Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage generally leans center-left, with a strong focus on human rights, particularly women's rights, and a critical stance towards the Taliban regime.

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irish-independent7h ago

Helen McEntee ‘deeply concerned’ over human rights in Afghanistan after five years of Taliban rule

By Darragh Nolan,David Brunnstrom

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copenhagen-postMostly Factual9h ago

Women, girls kept away on Taliban’s 5th anniversary - The Copenhagen Post

Women, girls kept away on Taliban’s 5th anniversary The Copenhagen Post

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First report: copenhagen-post · 15 Aug, 07:44|Full coverage: 7 · 9h|Window: 9h

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copenhagen-post15 Aug, 07:44First to report

Women, girls kept away on Taliban’s 5th anniversary - The Copenhagen Post

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irish-independent15 Aug, 09:20

Helen McEntee ‘deeply concerned’ over human rights in Afghanistan after five years of Taliban rule

1h later

der-spiegel15 Aug, 10:36

Afghanistan unter den Taliban: Gebt den Frauen eine Chance – Meinung

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mkd-mk15 Aug, 14:06

Талибанците пет години на власт во Авганистан: ОН предупредуваат на влошување на човековите права

svenska-dagbladet15 Aug, 15:01

Talibanerna firar fem år vid makten – utan kvinnor

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delfi-lt15 Aug, 16:46

Talibano vyriausybė šventė penkerių metų valdymo Afganistane sukaktį: šalininkai išėjo į gatves

hotnews15 Aug, 16:56Latest update

Cinci ani de când talibanii au revenit la putere, iar criză umanitară din Afganistan e tot mai gravă

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Taliban Seizure of PowerAugust 15, 2021

The Taliban took control of Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, amidst the withdrawal of US and NATO forces.

Five-Year Anniversary and Human Rights ConcernsAugust 15, 2026

On the fifth anniversary of Taliban rule, international bodies and rights groups express deep concern over the deteriorating human rights situation, especially for women and girls.

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Taliban Marks Five Years in Power in Afghanistan, Human Rights Concerns Persist

Why this matters

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What sources agree on

Key claims3 agreed

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Helen McEntee ‘deeply concerned’ over human rights in Afghanistan after five years of Taliban rule

Women, girls kept away on Taliban’s 5th anniversary - The Copenhagen Post

Coverage Timeline

Women, girls kept away on Taliban’s 5th anniversary - The Copenhagen Post

Helen McEntee ‘deeply concerned’ over human rights in Afghanistan after five years of Taliban rule

Afghanistan unter den Taliban: Gebt den Frauen eine Chance – Meinung

Талибанците пет години на власт во Авганистан: ОН предупредуваат на влошување на човековите права

Talibanerna firar fem år vid makten – utan kvinnor

Talibano vyriausybė šventė penkerių metų valdymo Afganistane sukaktį: šalininkai išėjo į gatves

Cinci ani de când talibanii au revenit la putere, iar criză umanitară din Afganistan e tot mai gravă

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