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Taliban Government Bans Smartphones for Afghan Officials
2 sourcesFirst reported 27 days agoUpdated 26 days ago
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- The Taliban has banned smartphone use for government officials, effective June 16.
- Violators will face penalties, and devices will be confiscated and destroyed.
- The ban has already disrupted administrative processes within government services.
- Human rights advocates warn that this could further limit citizens' access to information.
- Concerns grow over increased control following the Taliban's return to power in 2021.
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