The latest decree from Afghanistan’s rulers makes it impossible for women and girls to leave unwanted or abusive relationships, even with family support ...

A new decree from the Taliban enabling child marriage is the latest salvo in an ongoing assault on the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan, Amnesty ...

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The United Nations expressed “grave concern” on Thursday about a new law issued by Afghanistan’s Taliban government on separation in marriage which includes provisions on ...

At just 15, Sonita Alizadeh faced the grim reality of being sold into marriage, a practice aimed at financing her brother's wedding. This was not an isolated incident; her family had attempted to sell ...