Afghan Peace Watch

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[small arms survey @SmallArmsSurvey]

Published today, our new #SituationUpdate on Balkh Province, #Afghanistan
While the Taliban has tried to regulate arms possession and seize stocks of non-Taliban-aligned elements in the northern border province, weapons markets continue to operate there: https://t.co/QBvZzelp4i

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TWO YEARS OF REPRESSION: Mapping Taliban Violence Targeting Civilians in Afghanistan

https://t.co/wUXW6Hcb2B

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Two years of Taliban rule: This woman from Baghlan province says that the Taliban regime is deeply misogynistic, barring women from participating in society, working, and accessing education.

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

Two years ago, the Taliban captured the Afghan arsenal. Certain weapons are now in motion, departing the country. For further details, refer to our recent situation update. https://t.co/8wZyEUMwlO

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

The Taliban use violence to impose harsh restrictions impacting various societal aspects, including curbing women's rights and silencing the media. The Taliban forcefully enforces these restrictions, concentrating on attacking women and journalists, particularly in Kabul.

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

Two years of Taliban rule: Afghan women should contribute to the economy and have political participation in the country. There should be equal rights between men and women.

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Taliban intervention is more probable in demonstrations involving women compared to those without them. The targeting of women extends beyond protests and affects their daily lives.

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Two years of Taliban rule: This girl from Kandahar was close to graduating from university but got caught in the ban. Previously employed & supporting her family, she now can't due to the work ban. Confined at home, she feels trapped and silenced, and sees no hope for the future.

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

Civilians in areas with armed anti-Taliban fronts face brutal Taliban attacks, enduring beatings, torture, and extrajudicial killings. Following Kabul, Takhar and Panjshir saw the second and third highest civilian-targeted violence rates by the Taliban.

[small arms survey @SmallArmsSurvey]

Two years today since the Taliban seized the Afghan arsenal. Some of the arms are moving, and leaving the country  Read more in our recent Situation Update on #Afghanistan by @APWORG : https://t.co/FN3Z3zwhTc

[ACLED @ACLEDINFO]

NEW REPORT | Two Years Of Repression: Mapping Taliban Violence Targeting Civilians in #Afghanistan

Read it here ▶️ https://t.co/l0bDlxV0Ya

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

From August 16, 2021, to June 30, 2023, there were over 400 attacks targeting ex-government & ANDSF. The Taliban was directly responsible for 290 cases. In various instances where the culprits were unknown, victims blamed the Taliban.

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

This joint report of @ACLEDINFO & @APWORG examines patterns of violence targeting civilians under Taliban regime, with particular attention to the top four most targeted groups: former government & ANDSF, prisoners, women, and journalists. https://t.co/dj8y5RoKvK

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

The Taliban’s targeting of civilians has contributed to its overall failure to guarantee security and stability, creating a humanitarian crisis while also exposing civilian communities to additional threats from other groups, notably the Islamic State.

[Habib Khan @HabibKhanT]

The Taliban enforces oppressive restrictions, notably on women’s rights and press freedom, with violent means. This is particularly evident in Kabul, where women and journalists face brutal attacks. @APWORG @ACLEDINFO https://t.co/n3BTkQ3JXC

[Afghan Peace Watch @APWORG]

The Taliban’s targeting of civilians has contributed to its overall failure to guarantee security and stability, creating a humanitarian crisis while also exposing civilian communities to additional threats from other groups, notably the Islamic State.

[Habib Khan @HabibKhanT]

2 days after the fall, Taliban pledged amnesty for ex-ANDSF, promised to respect women's rights, & press freedom. Yet, 2 years on, they've reneged, opting for a brutal repression drive, breaking all vows. Read more in our report. @APWORG @ACLEDINFO

https://t.co/n3BTkQ3JXC

[Habib Khan @HabibKhanT]

د افغان سوله څار او اکلید د نوي ګډ راپور اړوند زما مرکه

[Sediq Sediqqi 🇦🇫 @SediqSediqqi]

👇Important details on Taliban violence, the security situation and the targeted killings by the Taliban.

[Mariam Solaimankhil @Mariamistan]

Disturbing insights from @ACLEDINFO and @APWORG 's joint report on Afghanistan: "The Taliban’s targeting of civilians has contributed to its overall failure to guarantee security and stability..." This deep dive reveals the real situation on the ground. Essential reading to understand the current Afghan crisis. Proud of the APW team's dedication. A must read!