Afghan artists, civil activists, and citizens gathered in Washington D.C. to protest Taliban policies. The rally, held on August 16, focused on defending the rights of Afghan women and girls and calling for a free and just future for Afghanistan.
Renowned Afghan artist Farhad Darya attended the rally and urged people to join protests against the Taliban. He said that instead of waiting for the international community to act, Afghans must "start from ourselves," and encouraged Afghan girls to continue their online education.
Simultaneously, Afghans in at least 24 cities worldwide held protests marking the fifth anniversary of the Taliban's return to power. Key themes included women's rights, opposition to normalizing relations with the Taliban, and support for refugees.
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