Taliban Sanctions Act: Targeting Terrorism, Human Rights Abuses, and Drug Trafficking.
This law mandates financial and visa sanctions against Taliban members and other foreign persons who support terrorism, commit serious human rights abuses, or engage in narcotics trafficking in Afghanistan. The goal is to protect US national security by cutting off these individuals from the US financial system and preventing their entry into the country. Sanctions can only be suspended if the Taliban meets strict conditions, including breaking ties with terrorist groups and respecting the rights of women and girls.
Key points
Asset Freezing: Sanctioned individuals will have all property and assets within the US or controlled by US persons blocked.
Travel Ban: Individuals involved in the specified harmful activities are ineligible for US visas and admission, with existing visas subject to immediate revocation.
Humanitarian Exceptions: The law includes exceptions to ensure sanctions do not impede the importation of goods or the delivery of humanitarian aid to Afghan civilians.
Suspension Criteria: Sanctions will only be lifted if the Taliban breaks all ties with terrorist groups and establishes an inclusive government respecting human rights.
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