Afghanistan, May 1 -- A rights group warned closing Afghanistan embassies abroad could limit services, weaken advocacy and deepen humanitarian and political challenges for vulnerable citizens.
A coalition of human rights activists warned that closing or weakening Afghanistan's diplomatic missions abroad could have serious humanitarian and political consequences, particularly for vulnerable communities relying on consular support.
In a statement, the group said reports about a possible closure of Afghanistan's embassy in Australia are concerning and could restrict access to essential services for Afghan nationals.
It added that shutting such missions could unintentionally strengthen the narrative of the Taliban by reducing alternative rep...