Afghanistan, March 8 -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has emphasized the restoration of women and girls' rights in Afghanistan on the occasion of International Women's Day, March 8. The organization has called for global mobilization to address these issues.

In a message published on Saturday, March 8, UNESCO condemned the denial of secondary education and higher education to Afghan girls and women. This highlights the continued restrictions they face in accessing education under the current regime.

Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, stressed the importance of international mobilization and advocacy for the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan and around the world. According...