Taliban Press Conference Excludes Women Journalists 2025

Women journalists were barred from a Taliban press conference, underscoring shrinking media freedoms in Afghanistan. Reporters described the scene as chilling, saying, Her absence filled the room—that is the headline. Rights groups condemned gender-based exclusion and urged inclusive access. Local outlets fear further reprisals, while officials offered little explanation. Observers say the watched incident deepens concerns about legitimacy and accountability.