On 'International Teacher's Day,' Abdul Salam Hanafi, the deputy head of the Al-Zara Presidency in the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, addressed the nation's teachers, urging them to instruct students with an 'Islamic spirit and national interests.' Education has taken center stage in the Emirate's priorities as it manages the Ministry of Education, enrolling 2 million students across 6,000 schools and educational centers.

Hanafi emphasized the importance of students pursuing 'Islamic and necessary sciences' after school, encouraging a balance between strengthening Islamic faith and modern education. This stance was reiterated by Sheikh Nada Mohammad Nadeem, the Acting Minister of Higher Education, who announced a budget allocation of 250 million Afghanis for master's level studies and 100 million Afghanis for educational laboratory equipment.

However, concerns persist over access to education for women and girls following the Taliban's decision to ban their participation. Critics argue that this decision contradicts the Afghan people's expectations and hinders the young generation's mental health and resilience. The international community, including the US and the International Criminal Court, has raised concerns and called for the relaxation of these restrictions.