Afghan Taliban
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I Was Afghanistan’s Attorney General. Here Is What Justice Looked Like — and What Destroyed It.
Afghanistan’s justice system took 20 years to build and 11 days to destroy. Former Attorney General Mohammad Farid Hamidi outlines the ongoing fight for accountability.

Collection: Just Security’s Counterextremism Initiative
Introducing Just Security's new Collection on the evolving threats of violent extremism and terrorism.

Walls of Silence, Crumbling Futures: Why the World Must Act on Afghanistan
The credibility of the U.N.'s human rights framework depends on whether it can confront a systematic experiment in gender oppression with more than statements of alarm.

The Experience of Time and Tyranny Under the Taliban in Afghanistan
The clock may seem to tick at the same rate for everyone, but its rhythm is felt differently under the weight of the Taliban's draconian rule.

What the Erosion of the International System Means for Afghanistan
The ongoing struggle of Afghanistan’s exiled democratic movement is a vital bulwark against a rising tide of authoritarianism and extremism.

Gender Apartheid Should Be an International Crime
All States should ensure the inclusion of gender apartheid in international law, including in the draft crimes against humanity treaty.

The Taliban’s Slow Dismantling of Afghan Media
The slow death of Afghan media is a tragedy not just for the many brave Afghan journalists, but for the country as a whole.

Removing Protected Status for Afghans in the U.S. is No Way to Treat Allies
Contrary to the Department of Homeland Security's claims, evidence shows the situation in Afghanistan has not improved. Deporting allies is unjustified and a betrayal.
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Legal Implications of the Doha Agreement: Prospects Under a Second Trump Presidency
The fifth anniversary of the Doha Agreement highlights its profound impact on Afghanistan's trajectory.

Suing the Taliban at the ICJ Over Abuses of Afghan Women Isn’t a Panacea. Countries Must Do More Now.
Beyond suing the Taliban and awaiting a potential ICJ case, the international community should meaningfully act on women's rights now.

How Social Media Interventions Can Aid Atrocity Prevention
Bridging responsible social media with the expertise of those well-versed in the dynamics of mass violence can greatly bolster interventions.

Collecting Just Security’s Afghanistan Coverage on Third Anniversary of Taliban Takeover
Explore Just Security's coverage of the last three years of Taliban control in Afghanistan.