Afghan women facing arrest for wearing makeup and alleged dress code violations, UN says
- At least 52 women and one girl were arrested or detained in Kabul and the western city of Herat between July and September, the mission, known as UNAMA, said.
- The arrests were reported in Kabul and the western city of Herat.
- UNAMA said it was “gravely concerned” about the detentions and threats of arrest, warning that safety concerns and stigma could mean many more cases had gone
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- At least 52 women and one girl were arrested or detained in Kabul and the western city of Herat between July and September, the mission, known as UNAMA, said.
- The arrests were reported in Kabul and the western city of Herat.
- UNAMA said it was “gravely concerned” about the detentions and threats of arrest, warning that safety concerns and stigma could mean many more cases had gone
Sources: Times of India, ABC News