Five years after the Taliban regained power, Afghanistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian and human rights crisis. The country faces restrictions on women’s education and strict public conduct rules. Despite these conditions, the European Union is engaging in talks with Taliban representatives. Resistance movements persist in provinces like Panjshir and Badakhshan. Journalist Petra Procházková’s podcast, “Za Horizont,” explores the complexities of life in Afghanistan beyond headlines, including practices like bride selling and the private lives within Kabul’s walls. The podcast, moderated by Veronika Chraščová, delves into the nuanced realities of the nation’s current state.