UNSC Condemns Taliban's Ban on Women Working for UN in Afghanistan

The UN Security Council has unanimously condemned the Taliban's decision to ban Afghan women from working for the United Nations, calling for a swift reversal of the policy. The resolution also expresses deep concern over the negative impact of the ban on UN aid operations throughout the country, including the delivery of life-saving assistance and basic services to the most vulnerable. The Council stresses the urgent need to address Afghanistan's dire economic and humanitarian situation and help the country restore self-reliance.