Afghanistan, April 25 -- Barcelona City Council warns of violence against Hazaras in Afghanistan and calls for urgent international action to protect civilians and ensure accountability.

The Barcelona City Council has expressed concern over the situation of Hazaras in Afghanistan, urging the international community to take immediate action to protect civilians.

In a statement released Friday, the council cited ongoing humanitarian crisis, systematic human rights violations, and severe restrictions on freedoms, particularly affecting women, girls, and minority groups.

It warned that persistent violence against Hazaras could meet the threshold of serious international crimes, including crimes against humanity and potential risk of genocide...