Afghanistan, July 21 -- UNAMA expresses deep concern over the recent arrests of women and girls in Kabul, urging respect for human rights and immediate clarification.

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed concern over the recent detention of women and girls in Kabul. The arrests have reportedly been carried out by the Taliban authorities.

According to a statement released by UNAMA on Monday, July 21, the women were detained for allegedly not adhering to the dress code imposed by the Taliban regime.

UNAMA warned that such actions contribute to the further isolation of women and girls in Afghanistan and foster a climate of fear among them.

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