Taliban Marks Five Years in Power as Afghanistan Faces Deepening Crisis

The Taliban marked five years since returning to power in Afghanistan with a military parade in Kabul, showcasing what the group claims as a victory. However, rights organizations and aid groups have raised serious concerns about worsening humanitarian and human rights conditions across the country.

The celebration comes as Afghanistan grapples with economic instability, limited international recognition, and restrictions on women's rights and freedoms. Aid agencies have warned of mounting challenges in delivering assistance to the Afghan population.