‘Don’t go back like this’: Pak's Khawaja Asif makes comment on Afghan journalist’s attire, faces backlash

Pakistan's Khawaja Asif has sparked controversy with comments on an Afghan journalist's attire, saying she should not dress in a way that would lead to her being harassed. This incident highlights the ongoing debate about women's rights in Afghanistan and Pakistan's stance on the issue. The backlash against Asif's comment suggests that his words may have unintended consequences for Pakistan's diplomatic relations with Afghanistan.

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