Arrest warrants have been issued by the International Criminal Court for Taliban leaders Haibatullah Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani, accusing them of crimes against humanity for the systematic persecution of women and girls. The ICC believes there are grounds to hold them accountable for policies depriving women of education and other fundamental rights. Human rights activists are urging recognition of gender apartheid in Afghanistan and emphasizing the significant meaning behind the warrants. Since taking control in 2021, the Taliban has enforced severe restrictions on women's rights, including bans on work and education.
The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Taliban leaders Haibatullah Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani for crimes against humanity regarding the persecution of women and girls.
Human rights activists emphasize that the Taliban's systemic oppression of women and girls in Afghanistan is tantamount to gender apartheid, calling for global recognition of these abuses.
Tahera Nasiri stated the arrest warrant signifies an acknowledgment of the severe abuses Afghan women faced, stressing that international recognition is crucial for accountability.
The Taliban has implemented policies depriving women and girls of education, freedom of movement, and public engagement since regaining control, leading to widespread calls for action.
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