Afghan Migrants Protest in Tehran Against Arrests of Women in Afghanistan

Afghan migrants gathered in front of the Afghan embassy in Tehran on Thursday to protest recent arrests of women and girls in Herat and other provinces.

The demonstrators described the detentions as arbitrary violations of human rights. They called on the United Nations, international institutions and governments to take action against the suppression of women.

Local sources said the Taliban governor of Herat met with passport lawyers and tribal elders to prevent possible gatherings on Friday. The officials asked those present to report any planned protests.

Taliban forces set up checkpoints in areas including Jibraeel in Herat to monitor movements and check mobile phones.

UNAMA expressed concern over the treatment of protesters. It stated that a teenager was killed by gunfire, several others were injured and another death report is under investigation.