On Sunday, the Taliban stated their commitment to peace talks, as well as their desire for a "authentic Islamic system" in Afghanistan, which would include protections for women's rights in accordance with cultural traditions and religious rules, Reuters reported.
The announcement comes amid limited progress in Qatari talks between the extreme Islamic organization and Afghan government representatives, as well as a sharp increase in violence across the nation as foreign forces prepare to leave by September 11.
Officials have expressed alarm about the stalled talks, claiming that the Taliban has failed to offer a written peace plan that could serve as a starting point for real discussions. find out more
"We understand that the world and Afghans have queries and questions about the form of the system to be established following withdrawal of foreign troops," said Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the head of the Taliban's political office, in the statement, adding the issues were best addressed during negotiations in Doha.
"A genuine Islamic system is the best means for solution of all issues of the Afghans," he said. "Our very participation in the negotiations and its support on our part indicates openly that we believe in resolving issues through (mutual) understanding."
"We take it on ourselves as a commitment to accommodate all rights of citizens of our country, whether they are male or female, in the light of the rules of the glorious religion of Islam and the noble traditions of the Afghan society," he said, adding that 'facilities would be provided' for women to work and be educated.
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