Afghan women’s group hails ICC’s move to arrest Taliban leaders for persecution of women
The Hindu
Afghan women's group celebrates ICC decision to arrest Taliban leaders for persecution of women, sparking hope for justice.
An Afghan women’s group on Friday (January 24, 2025) hailed a decision by the International Criminal Court to arrest Taliban leaders for their persecution of women.
The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor Karim Khan announced Thursday (January 23, 2025) he had requested arrest warrants for two top Taliban officials, including the leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
Since they took back control of the country in 2021, the Taliban have barred women from jobs, most public spaces and education beyond sixth grade.
In a statement, the Afghan Women’s Movement for Justice and Awareness celebrated the ICC decision and called it a “great historical achievement.”
“We consider this achievement a symbol of the strength and will of Afghan women and believe this step will start a new chapter of accountability and justice in the country,” the group said.
The Taliban government has yet to comment on the court’s move.
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