Abdulsalam Hanafi, the Administrative Deputy Prime Minister of the Taliban government, met with Noor Ahmad Ismailjar, the governor of Herat, to commend his performance. The meeting took place in Kabul amidst widespread protests in Herat triggered by the recent arrests of several women on charges of ‘improper hijab.’ According to a statement released by the Taliban’s presidential office, the two sides discussed the overall situation in Herat, the provision of public services, and the conditions of refugees returning from Iran. The statement noted that the Herat governor pledged to utilize available resources to deliver necessary services to residents and returnees. This meeting occurred against the backdrop of recent Taliban actions against women and protesters, which have drawn concerned reactions from civil society activists and human rights organizations. Critics argue that the ongoing detentions and restrictions have heightened social tensions in Herat and call for clear accountability from officials. Despite Taliban authorities emphasizing the maintenance of order and service delivery, reports from the city indicate that some residents criticize the harsh approach towards women and protesters and demand a revision of these policies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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