The Afghan Human Rights Organization has expressed severe concerns over the Taliban’s new criminal code, which has been approved by the Taliban’s leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada. According to reports, the new code is intended for implementation in Afghan courts, but it has been criticized for being discriminatory and limiting basic freedoms.
The Afghan Human Rights Organization, also known as ROADAR, has stated that the new code is equivalent to discriminatory treatment against minorities. The organization has also pointed out that the code allows for detention and punishment without due process, which is in conflict with international human rights standards.
ROADAR has also criticized the code for not guaranteeing the right to a fair trial, including the right to counsel, silence, and appeal. The organization has also expressed concerns that certain provisions in the code could facilitate extrajudicial killings.
The Taliban’s new criminal code has been criticized for promoting social hierarchy and slavery. The code has been accused of ignoring psychological and sexual abuse against women and children.
The Afghan Human Rights Organization has demanded that the new code be suspended immediately, citing its potential to harm minorities in Afghanistan. On the other hand, the Taliban has not commented on the report.
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In India, the anniversary of the country’s democracy is being celebrated, but Kashmiris on both sides of the control line will mark the day as a day of mourning. The British Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, has announced reforms to the policing system in England and Wales.
In the United States, multiple states are experiencing severe snowstorms, with over 245 million people potentially affected. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was invited to a ceremony in the United States but did not attend.
In the United Arab Emirates, a light rain has brought down the temperature. Afghanistan lacks a framework for investment, with a lack of a legal framework.
In the United States, a severe snowstorm and freezing temperatures have killed over 20 million people. The Iranian parliament’s speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, has said that Iran’s recent unrest has been worse than a 12-day war with Israel.
In the United Kingdom, the public order act has been used to ban a march by the UK IP in Whitechapel, citing concerns of clashes with the Muslim-majority community.
In Russia, a new electric plane has been unveiled, which is expected to carry five passengers at a time. The Russian Foreign Ministry and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have expressed willingness to participate in the next round of talks.
In the United States, the White House has spoken out against another horrific incident involving a federal agent’s firing. In Afghanistan, a severe snowstorm and freezing temperatures have killed 61 people in three days.
In Pakistan, former Attorney General Irfan Qadir has questioned whether the country will host the T20 World Cup in 2026, following Bangladesh’s exclusion. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Chief Minister Saeed Afridi has said that he is no longer allowed to attend funerals or be invited.
In Bollywood, actor and politician Prakash Raj has criticized the Indian film industry, saying it has lost its roots and everything looks like plastic. In Pakistan, the leader of the Awami National Party (ANP), Asfandyar Wali Khan, has said that everything has become hybrid, including his party and its leader, Asif Zardari.
In Pakistan, a decision has been made to consult with Foreign Minister Senator Shah Mahmood Qureshi on whether to participate in the T20 World Cup.
