Inside Herat, Where a Taliban Campaign Targets a Cosmopolitan Outpost

Afghanistan's leader has successfully exerted full control over Herat, a city that once enjoyed relatively looser social norms. Herat was known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, even when the Taliban was previously in power. The city's unique cultural landscape has been impacted by the Taliban's campaign to impose stricter rules and regulations. As a result, Herat's social norms have been significantly altered under the current Taliban rule.

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