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Last night, the US Foreign Ministry gave the award to 7 Afghan women and they appreciated their achievements.
The US Foreign Ministry gave honorary awards to the brave Afghan women who were hunted for targeted killings in 2020,” said Enikass broadcast.
In addition to the individual
IWOC) awards presented Monday, Secretary Blinken presented an honorary
IWOC) award, “to a group of seven Afghan women who were assassinated in 2020 while serving their communities during a pivotal moment in Afghanistan’s history. These tragic murders underscore the alarming trend of increased targeting of women in Afghanistan,” said Secretary Blinkin in a statement.
White House File Photo, International Women of Courage Awards Art/Cropping/Enhancement: Rosa YamamotoFPMag