The United Nations Secretary-General said on Monday that the Taliban regime in Afghanistan had entered a “new and dangerous phase” and criticized the group for violating human rights commitments. AP reports.
What’s happening: The comments, made by Human Rights Commissioner Michelle Bachelet, come at a time when the UN is meeting with donors who are seeking to raise the needs of the missing Afghans, and millions he is facing a severe famine following what the Taliban took.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres is leading efforts to raise $ 606 million for the entire 2021 year in “flash“providing assistance to approximately 11 million people.
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“The conference will test Western governments and other UN donors who want to help Afghan people every day without defeating the Taliban,” the AP said.
Details: The UN said that “the first signs have already revealed the serious damage to property for vulnerable people,” adding that it is important to provide assistance because “[f]Failure to do so puts it at risk for humanitarian accidents and for the benefit of the more than 37 million people who currently earn less than $ 2 a day. “
What he says: “In the face of economic and financial crises, the country has joined a new and dangerous group, while many Afghans are deeply concerned about their rights, especially women, race and religion,” Bachelet said.
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Bachelet said that when the Taliban issued statements “offering pardons to former security guards and government officials; banning door-to-door searches; and assuring women’s rights under Islamic law,” she received a number of testimonials.
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“I am also amazed by the growing crisis. I call on all nations to support the United Nations and other humanitarian organizations, while remembering that such aid must be based on respect for and protection of human rights.”
Things to watch: The meeting is was fixed concluding with a press conference with a concluding remarks at noon.
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