Afghan women picket Foreign Ministry in Kabul

Today, a group of Afghan women picketed the Foreign Ministry building in Kabul, Report informs, citing RIA Novosti.

The number of protesters did not exceed 30, the Taliban dispersed the picket and thus the protestors continued it on another street. The Taliban disperse protesters and beat up journalists, who try to cover developments.

Afghan women have already held protests on several occasions in several cities of the country, calling on the new authorities to respect their rights and ensure their representation in government and local authorities.

Earlier, the Taliban promised that women's rights would be protected, but within the framework of Islam, and promised to develop appropriate rules for women to work.