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5 years after Taliban seized control, Afghan refugee reflects on new life in Saskatoon

August 17, 2026

Farkhunda Hashimy moved to Saskatoon with her family in 2023, escaping the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. Decrees by the regime have restricted the rights and freedoms of Afghan women and girls, and stopped them from pursuing high education and careers.



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