Afghan Teens Celebrate Secret Birthday Amidst Restrictions

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A photograph of a secret birthday party in Kabul captures the quiet resistance of Afghan teenage girls living under Taliban rule. The image, part of a project by photojournalist Kiana Hayeri and researcher Mélissa Cornet, highlights the struggles and resilience of Afghan women as the Taliban restricts their rights. Their work, "No Woman's Land," documents the complex realities faced by women across Afghanistan, showcasing both the oppression and the small acts of defiance that persist, such as celebrating birthdays and sharing uncovered images on social media.
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