UN rapporteur urges recognition of gender apartheid in Afghanistan

UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan Richard Bennett has urged continued international efforts to recognise “gender apartheid” in Afghanistan, warning that severe restrictions on women require urgent global attention.

Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, called for continued international efforts to recognise what he described as “gender apartheid” in Afghanistan, warning that severe restrictions on women require sustained global attention.

Speaking at a parliamentary conference on Afghanistan at the French National Assembly in Paris, Bennett said the human rights situation in the country remains deeply concerning, particularly restrictions affecting women and girls.

He said that alongside realism about the situation, the international community should maintain hope for people inside Afghanistan, adding that Afghan citizens need continued support and engagement.

Bennett also said the Afghan diaspora could play an important role in sustaining hope and contributing to the country’s future direction.

The conference brought together French lawmakers, rights advocates and former Afghan officials to discuss humanitarian and political developments related to Afghanistan.

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