Afghanistan’s historically persecuted Hazara ethnic group, who faced widespread killings and genocide the last time the Taliban were in power, are now more acutely at risk. The forceful takeover of Afghanistan has also instilled fear and insecurity impacting all people in Afghanistan. These laws include a demise in women’s rights and protections as women are now subject to severe restrictions impacting their freedom and mobility. In the process, the Taliban have destroyed homes, displaced thousands of people and reintroduced draconian laws synonymous with their previous rule. Since the withdrawal of international forces from Afghanistan commencing in 2014, the world has witnessed the Taliban forcibly take over the country.
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Australia’s commitment contributed to millions of girls in Afghanistan receiving an education, women being able to work, a vibrant and free press, and improved protection for minority groups. In the two decades following, Australia made considerable promises to protect and promote democratic freedoms, human rights, the rule of law, the rights of women, and minority groups.