Amir Khan Muttaqi
ON THE RECORD · 6 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“currently dealing with more than 40 diplomatic missions, including embassies and consulates in various countries, in addition to dozens of foreign missions and organisations working in Kabul”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20
Muttaqi described the scope of Kabul's diplomatic engagements to Al Jazeera.
“Women are not totally restricted on all walks of life”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-14
The Taliban's foreign minister was questioned by BBC Afghan about the constraints women face in Afghanistan.
“it is not correct to say everything is banned for women”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-14
Muttaqi responded to the BBC's question about education for girls in Afghanistan.
“Women are not totally restricted on all walks of life... Only one small part (of their affairs) is restricted until further notice.”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-14
When asked how religious schools can produce doctors, Muttaqi said only a small part of women's affairs is restricted.
“[Women] are teachers, and civil servants and entrepreneurs. There is not a total ban on women in all forms of engagement and activities,”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-14
Muttaqi argued there is no total ban on women's engagement in various activities.
“right now, three million girls are going to schools and madrassas [religious centres focused on Islamic teachings]”
Amir Khan Muttaqi · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-14
Muttaqi claimed that three million girls are currently attending schools and madrassas.