Local sources reported that officials of the morality police from the Taliban's Department for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in Sar-e-Pul province severely assaulted two women for visiting the city market.

The incident occurred on Monday, following the recent implementation of the Taliban's new law on the propagation of virtue and prevention of vice.

The women visited the market to purchase essential items. According to sources, they were released from the custody after locals intervened.

Under the new Taliban law, women are prohibited from leaving their homes without a male guardian and must cover themselves fully when they do go out. Additionally, women's voices have been banned in public spaces.

Human rights organisations have warned that the enforcement of this law will severely restrict and confine the lives of Afghan women.
Previously, the Taliban dismissed concerns that this new law would lead to an increase in violence against women.