Two people were killed in Herat, Afghanistan, after Taliban forces opened fire on a demonstration protesting the recent arrests of women accused of violating dress code regulations. The protest erupted following the detention of dozens of women in the city. Details regarding the circumstances of the shooting remain unclear, but reports indicate a direct confrontation between protesters and Taliban security personnel. This incident marks a further escalation of restrictions imposed on women’s rights since the Taliban regained power. International observers have condemned the violence and the increasing suppression of dissent. The Taliban has not yet issued a comprehensive statement addressing the deaths or the protest itself, though officials have previously defended their enforcement of strict dress codes. This event underscores the growing challenges faced by Afghan women advocating for their rights under the current regime.