Afghanistan, May 27 -- Richard Bennett, the United Nations special rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, extended Eid al-Adha greetings and stressed the importance of compassion, solidarity, and human dignity amid ongoing global conflicts and humanitarian crises.
In a message posted Wednesday on X, Bennett said the values associated with Eid al-Adha should be strengthened at a time when many people around the world continue to face war, hardship, and deprivation of fundamental rights.
He added that these principles could help bring peace and hope to people in Afghanistan, particularly women, girls, and children who continue to face severe social and economic challenges under Taliban rule.
Bennett's remarks come as international orga...