Afghanistan: The best UN envoy calls on the “moment of realism”, because Taliban’s insulation grows

Briefing Ambassadors in Security CouncilRoza Otunbayev, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative warned that he gave little progress with Taliban, while frustration among international stakeholders grows.

“The repository space is narrowing“” Said, adding that some governments now ask the question of whether the dialogue with the Taliban can strengthen hardliners.

At the same time, budgetary restrictions, moving global priorities and growing introspection by part of some nations, leaving Afghanistan “worse, more vulnerable and isolated,” warned.

“This is an outcome that can be avoided, but only if all actors recognize the risk and want to actively avoid them, especially de facto power,” she said.

“The most appropriate development would be a clear signal from the de facto body that they are dedicated to reintegration of Afghanistan with the international community with all what it implies. This is a moment for realism.“

Humanitarian crisis and funding products

Ms. Otunbayev emphasized the touching humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, where more than 23 million people – over half of the population – require international assistance and protection.

However, severe deficiencies have already forced the closure of more than 200 health institutions, which influenced almost two million people, as well as resulted in a significant reduction from essential failure.

Afghanistan’s economy increased by 2.7 percent 2024. yearsmainly driven by regional investments in infrastructure. However, this modest growth cannot compensate for a sharp decline in foreign assistance or continuous land insulation from the international system.

“Lives and means of living will be lost, and the developmental gains were additionally eroded … We return to the issue of international obligations of Afghanistan,” she warned.

On the front of the security, the attacks of the Islamic situation in Iraq and Levant-K) continue, including deadly suicide bombers, while the presence of armed groups, such as Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

Selective approach of Taliban

Access to Taliban remains an obstacle to the reintegration of Afghanistan to the global community, she said.

De facto bodies dealt with some technical discussions, including counter-narcotics and private sector development. However, spreads problems – especially human rights – remain largely regardless.

“So far, they have won the international obligations of the Afghan State, which are completely refused on the basis of which allegedly introduce the sovereignty of the country Or violate their traditions, “she said.

She warned that these international obligations affect not only on the possibility of progress along the political road, but, crucial “, well-being of the entire population of Afghanistan.”

Deterioration of restrictions for women and girls

The situation of women and girls in the country is especially worrying, because the permanent limitations of Taliban on their rights and freedom last.

Ms. Otunbayeva warned the recent closure of medical institutes for students – one of the last remaining avenues for women to receive vocational education – Will.further aggravate mother’s mortality and newborns in the country.

She also warned the implementation of Taliban of his Law on Vice Promotion Promotion Virtue “remains a big obstacle” Afghanistan reintegration in the international community.

Call for real engagement

Ms. Otunbayeva emphasized that the engagement mechanisms still exist.

Working groups on the counter-narcotics and the private sector provided a framework for building trust. In addition, the proposed approach to the UN first identifies the framework for resolving difficult issues that block the reintegration of Afghanistan to the international community.

However, progress depends on political will – from all sidesShe said.