Kabul, July 21 -- The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed deep concern over the recent arrests of women and girls in Kabul for allegedly violating the Taliban's dress code, Khaama Press reported.

In a statement released on Monday, UNAMA urged the Taliban to clarify the situation and called for respect for basic human rights. "Such actions contribute to the further isolation of women and girls in Afghanistan and foster a climate of fear among them," the statement said.

According to Khaama Press, the detainees were reportedly arrested by the Taliban's morality police in various areas of the capital, including Dasht-e-Barchi, Qala-e-Fathullah, Kote Sangi, and Shahr-e-Naw. The women and girls were allegedl...