The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan reported that Taliban morality police made at least 443 arbitrary arrests between July and September. The mission documented ill-treatment of citizens, restrictions on women’s movement, and pressure on media outlets. Arrests were linked to hijab violations, beard trimming, and prayer attendance. The report also noted closures of Shia institutions and cross-border casualties from Pakistani airstrikes. UNAMA stated these findings reflect monitoring under its Security Council mandate, highlighting ongoing human rights concerns in the country.
A broadcaster reported that Taliban forces detained twelve instructors at a religious seminary in a major city. The ministry deployed armed personnel to the site and cut electricity. This incident escalates a long-standing dispute over land ownership, with authorities claiming the complex sits on state property while seminary officials hold legal documents. The broadcaster, previously shut down, accused the ministry of using force instead of negotiation. Following the detentions, residents protested the evacuation order in the city. Taliban officials have not publicly commented on the arrests.
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