Report on the Rejection of Taliban Spokesperson’s Claims Denying Torture in Detention Centers

Following recent statements by the Taliban spokesperson denying allegations of torture and mistreatment in detention facilities and claiming that all detainees are treated in accordance with humane standards, several human rights activists, civil society organizations, and eyewitness accounts have strongly rejected these assertions.

Human rights defenders emphasize that numerous documented reports from inside and outside Afghanistan indicate that many detainees—particularly women human rights activists, peaceful protesters, and journalists—have reportedly been subjected to various forms of physical and psychological pressure, intimidation, humiliation, and inhumane treatment during detention.

According to testimonies shared by families of detainees and civil society actors, some individuals held in detention centers have allegedly faced harsh interrogation methods, severe restrictions on basic rights, psychological pressure, and extremely difficult conditions. These reports raise serious concerns regarding the respect for human rights and due process standards in certain detention facilities.

Human rights advocates stress that denying such allegations without conducting independent and transparent investigations does not change the realities on the ground. They call for impartial inquiries and unrestricted access for international human rights organizations to detention centers in Afghanistan to independently assess the situation of detainees.

The reports also highlight that some women human rights defenders, detained due to their peaceful civic activities and protests, have allegedly experienced significant psychological pressure and restrictive conditions, further increasing international concern over the human rights situation in the country.

Human rights organizations and defenders of freedom of expression underline that allegations of torture and ill-treatment in detention facilities represent a serious human rights issue that must be addressed transparently and without political bias. They urge the international community, the United Nations, and independent monitoring bodies to take concrete steps to ensure accountability and access to reliable information.

In conclusion, human rights advocates reiterate that human dignity is non-negotiable and that there can be no justification for torture, abuse, or inhumane treatment of detainees. They call for accountability, transparency, and full respect for human rights in all detention facilities.