UN experts have voiced strong condemnation of the crackdown on women by Afghanistan's morality police, citing concerns over arbitrary detention for dress code violations. They believe such actions penalize freedoms of expression and gender equality.

"Allegations that women were detained for dress code violations are deeply concerning and may constitute arbitrary and unlawful detention, as it appears to penalise the exercise of their right to freedom of expression and right to be free from gender discrimination," says experts' statement