UN experts condemn crackdown on women by Afghan morality police
UN experts have condemned the Afghan morality police for a violent crackdown on women in Herat, which resulted in at least two deaths during protests. The crackdown targets women for failing to adhere to strict dress codes, raising significant human rights concerns.
Why it matters
Highlights the ongoing struggle for women's rights and freedom of expression under the current Afghan administration.
A group of UN experts on Thursday (June 12, 2026) denounced a crackdown on women in Afghanistan s western city of Herat, saying at least two people had been killed during a protest against the restrictions.
The framing emphasizes human rights violations and international condemnation of restrictive policies.
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