Syrian girls’ education

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Taliban Minister Flees After Advocating for Girls’ Education

Following a public speech criticizing the Taliban’s ban on girls’ education, Deputy Foreign Minister Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai was reportedly forced to flee Afghanistan. Stanikzai’s criticism, delivered at a January 20th graduation ceremony, cited religious and ethical justifications for overturning the ban. Subsequently, he was allegedly ordered arrested by the Taliban’s supreme leader, leading to his departure for the UAE, though he cited health reasons. This incident highlights the ongoing oppression of women and girls under Taliban rule, a situation currently under investigation by the International Criminal Court.

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John Q. Hosedrinker
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Syria: Unrestricted Schooling for Girls, But Cautious Optimism Remains

The announcement of unrestricted schooling for Syrian girls by the new education minister has sparked a wave of reactions, ranging from cautious optimism to outright skepticism. While the statement itself is undeniably positive, many are hesitant to celebrate prematurely, drawing parallels to similar pronouncements made by other regimes that later backtracked on their promises. The fear, echoing experiences in Afghanistan, is that this could be a temporary concession, easily reversed once international attention shifts elsewhere.

This cautious optimism stems from a deep understanding of the complexities of the situation. While the minister’s words offer a glimmer of hope, the track record of similar declarations in the past underscores the need for vigilance.… Continue reading

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