KABUL, AFGHANISTAN – A 42-year-old woman, identified as Marwa, was found strangled in the northern Faryab province on Sunday night, according to local sources.
Sources say the woman was murdered by unknown assailants in her village in the Shirin Tagab district.
The circumstances of her murder remain unclear, and the perpetrators are still at large.
Taliban authorities have not commented on the incident.
This tragic event is part of a disturbing trend of increasing violence against women in Afghanistan since the Taliban regained control in August 2021. Women’s rights advocates express grave concerns over rising acts of violence, including femicides and abuses.
Under Taliban rule, Afghanistan has become one of the most repressive countries for women, contributing to the highest rates of mental health issues and suicidal thoughts globally.
A study by the US-based organization Gallup revealed that 98% of the Afghan population suffers from psychological distress, particularly affecting women and girls who have been stripped of fundamental rights such as education, employment, and freedom of movement.
The rise in female suicides is often linked to the lack of opportunities and freedoms, leaving many women feeling hopeless and trapped. International organizations and human rights groups have condemned the Taliban’s policies, calling for urgent action to protect women’s rights and safety. Despite these appeals, the situation remains dire, with daily reports of violence and abuse.
