Afghanistan, Oct. 1 -- Gilles Bertrand, the new EU Special Envoy for Afghanistan, pledged strong support for Afghan women and girls, prioritizing rights protection and humanitarian engagement amid ongoing restrictions.

Gilles Bertrand, the newly appointed European Union Special Envoy for Afghanistan, has declared that supporting Afghan women and girls facing unprecedented restrictions will be his top priority.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 30, the EU said Bertrand's mandate will focus on supporting the Afghanistan people, safeguarding human rights, facilitating humanitarian aid, combating terrorism, and promoting regional stability.

The new envoy emphasized principled engagement with Afghanistan, stating: "One of my key pri...