The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has released a quarterly report detailing a significant escalation in human rights abuses across the country.
The mission documented 389 cases of arbitrary arrest and detention, alongside 65 instances of ill-treatment and 137 public floggings during the three-month reporting period.
The findings highlight the systematic erosion of civil liberties and the intensifying repression under the Taliban's rule.
The report also raises serious concerns regarding media freedom, noting continued restrictions on independent journalism and the safety of reporters operating within Afghanistan.
These developments come as international scrutiny of the regime's governance practices remains high, with limited diplomatic engagement from Western capitals.
The data underscores the persistent humanitarian challenges facing the Afghan population, particularly women and minorities who remain disproportionately affected by the current security and legal environment.