Public Flogging by Taliban in Afghanistan

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
The United Nations condemns the Taliban for publicly flogging more than 60 people, including women, in Afghanistan. The Taliban have been carrying out severe punishments, including executions and floggings, since coming to power in 2021.

Key Points

  • The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan condemned the public flogging of more than 60 people, including women, by the Taliban
  • The Taliban have been carrying out severe punishments, including executions and floggings, since coming to power again in 2021
  • The public flogging incidents are similar to those during the Taliban's previous rule in the late 1990s