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In Afghanistan, the Taliban took control of the capital, Kabul, as U.S. and other foreign troops withdrew from the country.
Amnesty
In a press conference, the Taliban promised to form an inclusive government, declared amnesty across Afghanistan, and said they will honor women’s rights in line with Islamic law.
Amnesty is a pardon that a government extends to a group of people. It is a decision to forgive people and not punish them for crimes they may have carried out. Amnesty is usually related to political offenses.
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