UN Human Rights Council Adopts Resolution on Afghanistan, Emphasizing Accountability and Women’s Rights
The United Nations Human Rights Council has adopted a new resolution affirming the Afghan people’s right to self-determination and highlighting the urgent need for accountability amid escalating human rights violations in Afghanistan.
According to an article published yesterday by Amu TV, the UN resolution, which reflects widespread international concern, underscores the worsening plight of ethnic and religious minorities, particularly the Hazaras, and condemns the Taliban’s actions against women and girls.
The resolution reaffirms the Council’s commitment to Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while addressing the alarming human rights situation. It recalls a recent assessment by the U.N. Special Rapporteur for Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, which documented systematic persecution of marginalized groups, often attributed to the Islamic State–Khorasan. These acts are described as potentially constituting crimes against humanity, raising grave concerns among the international community.
Moreover, the resolution condemns various forms of violence, including summary executions, arbitrary detentions, and forced displacements. It directly implicates the Taliban and other actors in these abuses, calling for urgent accountability measures. The document emphasizes the necessity of protecting vulnerable groups, such as women, children, journalists, and human rights defenders, who face heightened risks in the current climate.
Richard Bennett expressed gratitude on social media for the resolution’s adoption without a vote, highlighting its significance in a context marked by impunity. The resolution also advocates for a gender-responsive approach to justice, stressing the importance of women’s full participation in governance and conflict resolution for sustainable peace.
Supported by numerous nations, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, the resolution reinforces a unified global stance on the imperative of human rights and accountability in Afghanistan, particularly in light of the Taliban’s use of corporal punishment and extrajudicial actions.
