Minorities are under threat from Syria to Bangladesh

The conflicts in the Indo-Mediterranean region, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Syria, have seen radical groups targeting minorities and disenfranchising women and religious minorities, leading to widespread persecution and suffering. A panel at the United Nations highlighted the importance of protecting vulnerable groups, with calls for collective action against radicalization and the reinforcement of human rights protections, especially for women and children. The rise of radical Islamic groups in the region poses a threat to global security, emphasizing the need for united efforts to combat radicalization and protect ethnic and religious minorities.

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