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UKNoticeOfficial ✓September 16, 2026· GOV.UK

The UK strongly condemns the Taliban’s systematic discrimination against women and girls: UK statement at the UN Security Council

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What happened

Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, delivered a statement at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan. This statement expressed the UK's strong condemnation of the Taliban's systematic discrimination against women and girls.

Why it matters

This public condemnation signals the UK's diplomatic stance on the Taliban's actions. It reflects the UK's concerns regarding human rights violations in Afghanistan, particularly those affecting women and girls.

Who it affects

  • ›Women and girls in Afghanistan
  • ›The Taliban
  • ›The UN Security Council
  • ›The UK government
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