Nearly 200 Killed and Detained in One Month;  the Taliban’s Claims of Security Falter

Despite claims by the Taliban of a cessation of conflict and their assurance of civilian safety, Afghanistan continues to witness widespread civilian killings and arbitrary detentions. Data gathered by Etilaatroz, KabulNow’s affiliated Farsi newspaper, show that at least 61 individuals have lost their lives, and 129 have been detained between August and September. Perpetrators and motives behind the majority of these killings have remained unknown, raising suspicions about the regime’s involvement. Statements from the Taliban have occasionally ascribed these killings … Continue reading Nearly 200 Killed and Detained in One Month;  the Taliban’s Claims of Security Falter