Taliban denies discrimination as countries prepare legal action over women's rights

The Taliban dismissed accusations of gender discrimination as absurd, claiming that human rights are protected in Afghanistan. This response comes as Australia, Canada, Germany, and the Netherlands prepare legal action against the Taliban for violating a U.N. convention on women's rights. The four countries announced their initiative during the U.N. General Assembly, with support from over 20 nations. They condemned the Taliban's systematic violations of women's rights, stating that Afghanistan is failing to meet its international obligations. Despite the Taliban's claims of no discrimination, they have imposed strict restrictions on women and girls since taking power in 2021. These include bans on education beyond sixth grade and limitations on public life and employment.