Summary
The Taliban has shut down internet access across Afghanistan. This move affects many, especially Afghan women, who relied on the internet for education and work opportunities. The internet shutdown also disrupts essential services and communication within the country.
Key Facts
- The Taliban came to power in Afghanistan in 2021.
- They banned girls over age 12 from school and restricted women's job options.
- Books written by women were recently removed from universities.
- On Tuesday, a nationwide internet shutdown began and is supposed to continue indefinitely.
- The internet shutdown affects essential services and communication in Afghanistan.
- Many women depended on online learning and jobs, which are now unavailable.
- Mobile internet and satellite TV services are also disrupted.
- The Taliban's internet shutdown is part of their efforts to enforce their interpretation of Islamic Sharia law.
