Afghan Taliban clamp down on women, smartphones, protests
DW · 23 Jun 2026

Afghan Taliban clamp down on women, smartphones, protests

The Taliban are tightening the screws on women's clothing, shooting at protesters and ordering even their own officials to stop using smartphones. Behind the regime's omnipresent control, there are signs of deep anxiety.


AI Translated Summary:
The Taliban's increasing restrictions on women's rights and technology reflect a regime grappling with internal fears and external pressures. Their violent response to protests highlights the lengths they will go to maintain control.


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