Kabul, Afghanistan | July 2025 – In a deeply troubling case that has reignited global outrage, a 45-year-old Afghan man reportedly married a 6-year-old girl, only to be instructed by Taliban authorities to “wait until she turns 9” before living with her as husband and wife.
Instead of annulling the illegal and unethical marriage, the Taliban’s response was to delay the cohabitation rather than cancel the union altogether—raising serious concerns about the regime’s stance on child protection and human rights.
📍 A Systemic Failure to Protect Girls
The incident, which has been confirmed by multiple local sources and circulated widely through social media, underscores the Taliban’s persistent failure to enforce even the most basic safeguards for young girls.
Despite international commitments and growing scrutiny, the regime continues to turn a blind eye to child marriages, many of which involve extreme age gaps and non-consensual arrangements.
👧 The Harsh Reality of Child Brides in Afghanistan
Since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021, girls and women have seen their freedoms stripped away—from being barred from secondary education to facing restrictions on travel, employment, and expression.
Child marriage, already prevalent due to poverty and tribal customs, has reportedly increased under the Taliban regime, as the lack of formal education and legal protection makes girls more vulnerable than ever.
🛑 A Call for Global Action
This case is not an isolated event—it’s a symptom of a systemic human rights crisis. Experts are calling for:
- Urgent international pressure on the Taliban to implement legal protections for minors.
- Sanctions against those facilitating child marriages.
- Support systems for at-risk girls inside Afghanistan through NGOs and underground networks.
✊ Final Word
This horrifying case is more than just a headline—it’s a wakeup call for the international community.
The world must move beyond condemnation and take concrete steps to protect the innocence and futures of Afghan girls before it’s too late.
Author: This news is edited by: Abhishek Verma, (Editor, CANON TIMES)
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