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Women's books removed from Afghanistan universities
The Taliban have severely restricted women and girls' access to work and education.
The Taliban have removed books written by women from universities in Afghanistan. The move is part of a new ban that also bars the teaching of human rights and sexual harassment. We speak to Afghan women to get their reaction.
Huge explosions could be seen over Gaza early on Friday as the Israeli military continues its offensive in Gaza City. We hear a conversation with people in Gaza.
OS presenter: Rahul Tandon.
(Photo: A woman reading a book in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 2024. Credit: Photo by SAMIULLAH POPAL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)
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