The International Criminal Court (ICC) has received a formal referral from six countries—Chile, Costa Rica, Spain, France, Luxembourg, and Mexico—requesting an investigation into crimes against women and girls in Afghanistan. This referral highlights the deteriorating conditions for women and girls since the Taliban regained power in 2021. The ICC Prosecutor, Karim Khan, acknowledged the receipt of this referral, emphasizing the need to address the reported abuses. The referral comes as part of a broader effort by these nations to seek accountability for human rights violations in Afghanistan.
