In response to the airstrikes, the United Nations has emerged as a key player in attempting to de-escalate the situation. On February 23, 2026, UN deputy secretary-general Rosemary DiCarlo held a phone conversation with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, during which she expressed deep sympathy for the civilian losses.
Police have indicated that the operation remains under review and that subsequent legal steps will rest on the findings from questioning and verification.
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act still uses the term “child pornography” for child sexual abuse material – an outdated phrasing that can minimise the gravity of the crime.
Police have indicated that the operation remains under review and that subsequent legal steps will rest on the findings from questioning and verification.