Afghanistan, June 9 -- Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, has called for accountability following reports that Taliban forces used force against protesters in Herat province.
In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, Bennett said he was concerned by reports of excessive force against demonstrators and stressed the need to respect freedom of expression, particularly for women and girls.
"Those responsible for violence must be held accountable," Bennett said, urging authorities to de-escalate tensions and protect the rights of citizens to peaceful assembly.
Local sources said Taliban forces opened fire on residents gathered in Herat's Jebrail area during a protest on Tuesday, leaving several people inju...