On Saturday, Afghan women protested in Kabul against the Taliban government and urged foreign nations not to officially recognize it at the upcoming UN summit. Despite facing crackdowns and detentions, these women have sporadically staged protests since the Taliban regained power in 2021. During the march, which lasted 10 minutes and remained peaceful, the women chanted slogans such as "Recognition of Taliban – violation of women's rights" and "Afghan people, hostages of Taliban". No nation has yet recognized the Taliban government as legitimate, and diplomats, NGOs, and aid agencies remain divided on the issue. While some believe recognition could encourage the Taliban to reverse their restrictions on women's rights, others argue that it would only legitimize their actions. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has suggested that recognition could be used as leverage to push for reforms, but the UN has clarified that the Taliban have not been invited to the Doha conference, and recognition is not on the agenda. The protest in Kabul highlights the ongoing struggle for women's rights in Afghanistan and the complex international debate around recognizing the Taliban government.


The ongoing struggle for women's rights in Afghanistan has been a major concern for the international community since the Taliban regained power in August 2021. Under the Taliban's previous rule from 1996 to 2001, women were denied access to education, employment, and political participation, and were required to wear the burqa in public. Despite some promises by the new Taliban leadership to respect women's rights within the framework of Islamic law, there have been reports of women being removed from their jobs, forced to wear the burqa, and facing other restrictions on their daily lives.

Recognizing the Taliban government has become a central topic of debate among diplomats, NGOs, and aid agencies. On the one hand, some argue that recognition could be used as leverage to push the Taliban towards reform and respect for human rights. On the other hand, some are concerned recognizing the Taliban would legitimize their actions and send a message that the international community is willing to overlook their human rights abuses.

The upcoming UN summit in Doha has further complicated the issue. While the Taliban have not been invited to the conference, some envoys are expected to attend and discuss the situation in Afghanistan. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has suggested that the conference could be a platform for "baby steps" toward recognition, but the UN has clarified that recognition is not on the agenda.

The protest in Kabul on Saturday highlights the ongoing efforts by Afghan women to assert their rights and challenge the Taliban government. Despite facing crackdowns and detentions, these women are determined to make their voices heard and push for change. The international community must continue to support its efforts and work towards a peaceful and inclusive future for Afghanistan, where all citizens can enjoy their basic rights and freedoms.

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