Meryl Streep, known for her legendary acting career, recently used her platform at the United Nations to advocate for the rights of Afghan women who are facing extreme oppression under the Taliban regime. She emphasized the lack of basic freedoms for women in Afghanistan, comparing their situation to that of a cat having more freedom than a woman. The event, co-hosted by Ireland and supported by other countries, shed light on the dire conditions faced by Afghan women.
The Secretary General of the United Nations, António Guterres, highlighted the severe restrictions faced by Afghan women, including limitations on movement, education, work, and even singing in public. The Tánaiste, Micheál Martin, expressed his outrage at the denial of education to Afghan women, emphasizing the importance of education as a fundamental right.
The meeting also featured a documentary showcasing the courageous Afghan women who participated in negotiations with the Taliban. Fawzia Koofi, one of the negotiators, spoke about the struggle to reclaim their rights after years of progress being undone.
Meryl Streep called on the international community, particularly those of the Sunni faith, to intervene and support Afghan women and girls in regaining their rights and freedoms. The event emphasized the urgency of addressing the plight of Afghan women and keeping the issue at the forefront of the world agenda.
Taliban laws ban women’s voices and bare faces in public