<h1>UN Security Council Urges Taliban to Reverse Bans on Women's Rights; Extends Afghanistan Mission to 2026</h1> The UN Security Council has urged Afghanistan's Taliban rulers to reverse their bans on women and girls' education, employment, and public presence, stating that peace and prosperity are unattainable otherwise. The council condemned ongoing terrorism and called for efforts to address Afghanistan's economic and humanitarian crises. The UN extended its political mission in Afghanistan until 2026. Despite the Taliban's claims of prioritizing women's rights, their policies have led to international isolation and domestic resentment. Over half of Afghanistan's population requires humanitarian aid, and recent funding cuts have impacted health facilities. The council also urged the Taliban to combat terrorism effectively.