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Malala Yousafzai calls for global support for women in Afghanistan

Malala calls for global support to protect rights of women in Afghanistan, urging leaders to act in line with international laws. [via Ariana News]

Malala Yousafzai, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize and an activist for the right to education for girls and women, says the international community should stand up for the rights of Afghan women. Malala has called for increased global support to protect the rights of women in Afghanistan, emphasizing the urgent need for action.

Malala has emphasized in an interview with Sky News on Saturday that she has started efforts to support rights of women in Afghanistan through initiatives aligned with international laws.

Malala urges that leaders need to work for the rights of Afghan girls and women.

However, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesman of the Islamic Emirate, has repeatedly rejected claims about women’s rights being violated and has said their rights are ensured in accordance with Sharia law.

Also See: Women’s Education Restrictions Only Temporary: Afghan MoCI

This news is sourced from [Ariana News] and is for informational purposes only.

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