Summary
Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a press conference in Delhi where female journalists were initially excluded. This caused backlash in India, where local groups criticized the exclusion as discriminatory. The issue highlights ongoing concerns about the Taliban's stance on women's rights.
Key Facts
- Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi participated in a press conference in Delhi, India.
- Initially, female journalists were not allowed to attend Friday's press event, leading to criticism.
- A second press conference was held on Sunday, where female journalists were present.
- Muttaqi claimed the initial exclusion was not deliberate but due to a short notice and specific invitation list.
- The UN has called the situation for women in Afghanistan "gender apartheid" due to severe restrictions.
- India does not officially recognize the Taliban but maintains informal relations, including humanitarian aid.
- Afghan Taliban is seeking international recognition, which is challenged by their restrictions on women's rights.
- India's Ministry of External Affairs stated it was not involved in the embassy press event.
