Taliban Takeover

Synopsis

Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan has drastically altered daily life, particularly for women and ethnic minorities. Peabody Award-winning correspondent Najibullah Quraishi, a native of Afghanistan, documents the regime's swift return to power and its oppressive measures. Through firsthand accounts, the film highlights incidents of violence against women, the persecution of the Hazara community, and the struggles of activists like Mahbouba Seraj. Drawing on two decades of reporting, the documentary provides critical insights into the implications of the U.S. withdrawal and the Taliban's resurgence.