Afghanistan Peace Campaign11 March 2025
The United Kingdom has expressed support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice for accountability on their actions.
James Kariuki, Deputy Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations Security Council, expressed the UK’s support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice for addressing concerns about their actions.
On Monday, March 10, Kariuki reiterated the UK’s opposition to the restrictions imposed on Afghanistan’s women and girls, highlighting the importance of upholding their rights and freedoms in Afghanistan.
Kariuki emphasized that the international community should address the issue of gender-based violence, and that the Taliban must respond to concerns raised by human rights organizations regarding their treatment of women.
He shared these remarks during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Afghanistan, stressing the need for international cooperation in addressing the challenges faced by the Afghanistan population under the current regime.
The statement also included that, for the Taliban to be integrated into the international community, they must demonstrate a commitment to human rights, political participation, and counterterrorism measures.
Meanwhile, Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Special Representative for Afghanistan, mentioned that the Taliban has not shown significant political progress, which continues to hinder Afghanistan’s potential for broader engagement on the world stage.
The UN Security Council meeting ended with strong expressions of concern regarding the ongoing situation in Afghanistan, highlighting the international community’s desire for progress on human rights and political inclusion. The lack of substantial political advancements under the Taliban’s leadership remains a key issue.
Meanwhile, the international community seeks continued dialogue and cooperation to support the Afghanistan population, while encouraging the Taliban to take tangible steps toward fulfilling their international obligations and fostering a more inclusive governance model.