Today: 31 May 2025
5 April 2022
2 mins read

US’s ultimatum to Taliban over reopening girls schools

In an interview, Rina Amiri said that the Taliban would not see a reduction in sanctions, or obtain recognition, without meeting international conditions….reports Asian Lite News

Rina Amiri, US special envoy for human rights and Afghan women and girls on Monday gave an ultimatum to the Taliban to make a final decision about educating girls as soon as possible.

She said that the issue of reopening girls’ schools has caused tension among members of the new government leadership, reported Tolo News.

In an interview with Turkey’s TRT, she said that the Taliban would not see a reduction in sanctions, or obtain recognition, without meeting international conditions.

“There is no possibility to soften or ease sanctions when the Taliban are clearly violating the terms that have been set forth and, for the Taliban themselves– where is the impact of the sanctions? it is the fact that the Taliban themselves recognize that this is not something that a government that seeks to have international credibility and be a respected member of the community…it’s on them to do what is required…to have sanctions removed,” she said.

But the Ministry of Education denied there are disputes among government officials over the closing of girls’ schools, saying that the final decision on reopening schools above the sixth grade for girls will be made by the leadership, reported Tolo News.

“Whenever a decision is made by government officials to reopen (grades 7-12) schools in the country, the Ministry of Education is ready to open all girls’ schools across the country,” said Ahmad Aziz, Reyan, spokesman of the Ministry of Education.

Meanwhile, US special envoy Thomas West tweeted that he had talked with former President Hamid Karzai about getting girls back to school as soon as possible and about the need for a national consultation process to determine Afghanistan’s future.

“Former President Hamid Karzai has held talks with the US envoy for Afghanistan about establishing an advisory body and allowing all girls to go to school,” said Shahzada Massoud, a political analyst.

“Banning girls from education caused all girls and the people to be discouraged about the Islamic Emirate system; girls should be given the right to education,” said Wahida Adalatjoo, a women’s rights activist.

Girls’ schools were scheduled to reopen across the country after months of closure, but the Ministry of Education announced that secondary schools and high schools for girls would remain closed until further notice, which was met with strong domestic and international reactions. (ANI)

ALSO READ: Taliban chief Akhundzada bans poppy in Afghanistan

Previous Story

India Pavilion’s legacy continues

Next Story

Israeli escalation against Palestinians leads to more regional tension

Latest from -Top News

World needs Dubai’s ambition: Morgan

Piers Morgan has hailed Dubai’s transformation as an example of what visionary leadership can achieve. British broadcaster Piers Morgan has praised the extraordinary ambition and vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin

Mohammed honours football champions

Ruler of Dubai hails players as role models during palace reception His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, received the

Abu Dhabi sets 2050 energy vision

Abu Dhabi unveils AED400 billion energy roadmap, inked climate finance pact ahead of 2026 UN Water Conference Abu Dhabi has unveiled a sweeping strategic framework to transform its energy and water sector

Gargash: UAE’s pragmatism sets regional example

Anwar Gargash says the UAE stands as a beacon of what is possible when pragmatism and vision come together. As political instability, economic fragmentation and rapid technological change continue to reshape the

US flag returns to Damascus

Billions in energy deals and lifted sanctions mark Syria’s reintegration, as US reopens embassy and declares the war-torn nation “open for business” under new regional partnerships. The United States has reopened its
Go toTop

Don't Miss

Afghanistan tops list of countries most affected by terrorism

According to the United Nations, more than 24 million people

SANCTUARY FOR TALIBAN: US Generals Turn Heat on Pakistan

Top US generals blamed the administration of former President Donald