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Afghanistan's crisis fuels hidden violence against women
- The Taliban's return to power has tightened limits on women, raising risks of violence and decreasing reporting of abuses.
- Experts link poverty and forced marriage to increased domestic violence and women’s dependence.
- Local reporters say official reporting on cases is constrained by fear and power dynamics.
- Legal provisions under Taliban rule are seen as failing to clearly prohibit physical, psychological, or sexual violence.
- A local case in Ghor province illustrates how families and communities influence investigations.
- International observers warn Taliban rule creates an institutionalized system of discrimination against women and girls.
- Many women are forced into education and work restrictions, limiting mobility and safety.
- Forced marriage and child marriage are linked to poverty and conflict in households.
- The report notes that violence against women in the private sphere is harder to escape and report.
- The humanitarian crisis has pushed families to the brink as aid struggles continue.
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