Taliban Ban Smartphones for Civil Servants in Afghanistan

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The Taliban have issued a ban on smartphones for government officials in Afghanistan.
Officials caught using smartphones may face device destruction and potential prison sentences.
The ban reflects growing restrictions on personal technology within the country.
Some analysts fear this could lead to broader technology prohibitions in Afghanistan.

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Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and Military

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Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and MilitaryNew York Times · 1 month ago
Taliban order ban on smartphones as officials shown destroying devicesThe Guardian · 1 month ago

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The Taliban have issued a ban on smartphones for government officials in Afghanistan.
Officials caught using smartphones may face device destruction and potential prison sentences.
The ban reflects growing restrictions on personal technology within the country.
Some analysts fear this could lead to broader technology prohibitions in Afghanistan.

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18 June

Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and Military

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