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\nThe Taliban rulers of Afghanistan have imposed a ban on the construction of windows that may allow the visibility of women in private spaces or could lead to the exposure of women in neighbouring houses.
\nThe new directive, which affects the design of buildings, was issued following a decree from the Taliban\u2019s supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada.
\nAccording to a statement from the Taliban\u2019s spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, the ban was put in place to prevent potential \u201cimproper exposure\u201d that could occur when women are seen performing daily tasks such as gathering water or working in the kitchen. The Taliban\u2019s official X (formerly Twitter) account further emphasised that observing women in these contexts could be deemed inappropriate and offensive.
\nThe statement further instructed that new buildings should be designed without windows that offer views into private areas, such as kitchens, courtyards, wells, or other spaces typically used by women.
\n\u201cIf such windows already exist, homeowners are advised to install walls or barriers to prevent any exposure of women\u2019s privacy and to avoid causing inconvenience to neighbors,\u201d the Taliban spokesperson said.
\nAdditionally, municipal authorities and relevant government departments have been tasked with ensuring compliance with these new regulations during the construction of new buildings.
\nThe Taliban\u2019s decision has been widely criticized by international organizations, including the United Nations, which condemned the policy as \u201cgender discrimination.\u201d
\nSince the Taliban\u2019s return to power in August 2021, women\u2019s rights in Afghanistan have faced significant restrictions.
\nGirls\u2019 education, women\u2019s employment, and the presence of women on television have all been severely limited. Women\u2019s beauty salons, gyms, and public spaces where they may speak loudly or sing are also under strict prohibition.
\nDespite facing widespread condemnation from the West and global institutions, the Taliban maintains that its policies are in line with Islamic principles and are intended to protect the rights of both men and women in Afghanistan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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