The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) said during a statement on Saturday that the Taliban are showing an entire ‘disregard’ for human rights, zero willingness to respect the commission’s mandate and independence albeit it’s continued running its Afghanistan office amid a precarious situation following the autumn of Kabul to the Islamist group. Not only have the Taliban occupied the commission’s offices, but they’re also using its cars, computers, and other assets – indicating a complete lack of respect for the human rights groups working within the war-torn land.
Since Assumption , the AIHRC continues in office but has been unable to fulfil its duties to the Afghan people,” the statement read. “All AIHRC buildings are occupied by Taliban forces, who have also made appointments and used AIHRC assets like cars and computers.”
The AIHRC demanded that the Taliban “respect” the independence of the commission and its staff and every one the human rights defenders based within the country, all of who are working tirelessly to guard the rights of the Afghan people.
The organisation also highlighted the reported attacks on its female staff by the Taliban rulers. “Given the restrictions by the Taliban on women’s employment and role publicly life, we fear the Taliban wouldn’t allow female staff to still perform their duties, including at a leadership level. this is often unacceptable: the AIHRC cannot protect the rights of all Afghans if it cannot protect the rights of its female staff,” the agency said.
Meanwhile, the UN diplomat for refugees, Filippo Grandi, said on Friday that the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan is ‘pretty desperate’ and involved urgent aid to the country. During a news conference in Islamabad, Grandi stressed that food, medicines, shelter, and other necessities are needed urgently in Afghanistan.
Earlier in the week , the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) unanimously adopted a resolution renewing the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), specifying the importance of “equal and meaningful participation” of girls publicly life.