15 Mar Playing and listening to music is a crime
Since the Taliban assumed power in 2021, they have consistently launched attacks, harassed, and threatened our singers and musicians. They have destroyed and burned numerous musical instruments, deeming music to be contrary to Islamic principles. These actions have brutally silenced the voices of these artists and stifled their extraordinary talents. I tried my best to communicate with one of our musicians living in Afghanistan, who is enduring a very challenging existence. Unfortunately, I was unable to convince them to speak out, as they have faced severe intimidation from the Taliban, who have sternly prohibited them from playing music, singing, discussing their...