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The Covert Operation to Evacuate Afghanistan's Women's Cycling Team

12 Haziran 2026France 24

The Taliban's takeover of Kabul nearly five years ago posed severe threats to the Afghan women's cycling team, which had aspirations of competing internationally. In response, a covert operation was devised to exfiltrate these athletes from the country, ensuring their safety amidst the oppressive regime.
Reporters Matteo Born and Alain Rimbert provide an in-depth look at this remarkable and secretive mission.
The situation in Afghanistan following the Taliban's return to power has severely impacted women's rights, particularly in sports. The Afghan women's cycling team, once a symbol of progress, found itself in grave danger as the regime imposed strict limitations on women's freedoms.
This operation highlights the lengths to which individuals and organizations will go to protect athletes and uphold their rights in the face of authoritarian regimes. The successful extraction of the women's cycling team not only underscores the resilience of these athletes but also raises questions about the ongoin…

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