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Taliban spokesperson challenged over oppressive regime
Original: Taliban spokesperson challenged over their oppressive regime
A Taliban spokesperson has been publicly confronted over the group's oppressive rule in Afghanistan, according to ITV News. The challenge highlighted the Taliban's restrictions on women's rights, education and basic freedoms since retaking control of the country in 2021. Viewers are reacting strongly, with tens of thousands engaging with the exchange as debates continue over international engagement with the regime.
Why now: Ongoing concern over the Taliban's human rights record, especially its treatment of women, keeps confrontations with its officials newsworthy.
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- Taliban spokesperson challenged over their oppressive regime · ITV News · 48.6K
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