Barcelona Council Urges Action Over Hazara Safety in Afghanistan

Barcelona City Council warns of violence against Hazaras in Afghanistan and calls for urgent international action to protect civilians and ensure accountability.

The Barcelona City Council has expressed concern over the situation of Hazaras in Afghanistan, urging the international community to take immediate action to protect civilians.

In a statement released Friday, the council cited ongoing humanitarian crisis, systematic human rights violations, and severe restrictions on freedoms, particularly affecting women, girls, and minority groups.

It warned that persistent violence against Hazaras could meet the threshold of serious international crimes, including crimes against humanity and potential risk of genocide under international law.

The council condemned all forms of ethnic and religious violence, calling for accountability and an end to impunity for those responsible for attacks against the Hazara community.

Afghanistan continues to face a deep humanitarian and human rights crisis, with minorities including Hazaras reporting targeted attacks, discrimination, and limited access to basic protections under current conditions.

International organizations, including the United Nations, have repeatedly warned of shrinking civic space and growing risks for vulnerable communities across the country.

The council emphasized the responsibility of the global community to act, calling for independent mechanisms to investigate and document alleged crimes and to ensure prosecution through international legal frameworks.

It also voiced support for Hazara refugees and urged stronger engagement from the United Nations and the European Union to protect civilians and uphold human rights in Afghanistan.

The declaration followed consultations between Hazara civil society activists and political representatives in Catalonia, highlighting increasing international attention to the plight of the community.

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