The Taliban said they wanted peaceful relations with other countries and would respect the rights of women within Islamic law. During their 1996-2001 rule, the group was known for stopping women from working and meting out violent punishments
The Taliban announcements, short on details but suggesting a softer line than during their rule 20 years ago, came as the United States and Western allies resumed evacuating diplomats and civilians the day after scenes of chaos at Kabul airport as Afghans thronged the runway.
Women would be allowed to work and study and "will be very active in society but within the framework of Islam", he added. The European Union said it would only cooperate with the Afghan government following the Taliban's return to power if they respected fundamental rights, including those of women."The EU calls on the Taliban to respect their obligations under international humanitarian law in all circumstances," said EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell.
Taliban spokesman Mujahid said the group would not seek retribution against former soldiers and members of the Western-backed government, and was granting an amnesty for former Afghan government soldiers as well as contractors and translators who worked for international forces.
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