Taliban's New Laws in Afghanistan
The Taliban in Afghanistan announced strict laws enforcing the disappearance of women from public life, including mandatory facial covering and restrictions on behavior. The laws also impose rules on men, such as growing long beards and avoiding Western clothing and hairstyles.
Key Points
- Women must cover their faces in public
- Women can't travel without a male guardian
- Men must grow long beards and avoid Western clothing and hairstyles
- Ban on Muslims befriending non-Muslims
Cons
- Severely restricts women's rights and freedoms
- Imposes strict rules on men as well
- Creates a climate of fear and oppression