Afghanistan: Women protest against beauty salon closures - BBC News

Taliban guards allegedly used tasers to disperse the women protesting in the capital Kabul.

2 hours agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingImage source, ContributorImage caption, The closure of beauty salons is the latest restriction on women's freedom since the Taliban retook power in 2021By Ana Nicolaci da Costa BBC NewsWomen in Afghanistan have held a rare protest against the Taliban's decision to shut female beauty parlours and salons.

Women shouted "work, bread and justice" while they were gathered in the capital city, Kabul.

Taliban guards responded with water cannons, and some protesters said stun guns were also used against them.

Women's rights have been increasingly restricted since Taliban rulers returned to power in 2021.

Around 50 women took part in the protest on Wednesday, according to AFP news agency.

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