Some translation is completely inaccurate and incorrect. The woman in the background says in Urdu wind up the interview quickly as her baby is crying. The reporter completely changed it and said we had to cut it short because her husband was coming home soon. Very unprofessional

She’s talking about Pakistani Taliban not Afghan , Correction. woman didn’t say my husband is coming,she said I have to go my kids are crying 😂

Don't misunderstood this video is not 2024 video this video is making in 2016 this video is 9 years old now all pashtoon is changed because I'm the girl of pashtoon family but nothing seem like this in our society in 2024

Its wonderful to see such brave women who can inspire the next generation to be strong and courageous. Love from🇮🇳

May these women know, that citizens all around are proud of your bravery and service! Thank you!

1:35 since when is Iran, Iraq?

Girls in Pakistan were singing 'Salaam Taliban' when USA left Afghanistan.😂

In Tamil Nadu women can become a police officer, can interrogate male suspects, can put them in to jail etc

I have nothing but respect for these women

It's crazy to think that that woman giving an interview without her husband knowing has done something that's more dangerous than I have ever done in my life. Such a small thing. So brave

Women defending Islam is like children defending KFC

"Those who not only demand change but who become it through their courageous words and actions" Love it❤

It’s so sad that so many humans are so cruel to one another

I'm Indian Now I Respect This Pakistani women who choosen to become police and give up on marriage so proud women of Pakistan respect you sister 🇮🇳💪🏼

Sad to see their condition but huge respect for the courage these girls/women have in such circumstances. Sending lots of love and best wishes from India to them and hope that they get the freedom to do whatever they want and desire in life.

Turns out the narrator of the video doesn't know the word "Veil"

I love in a documentary about female comandos, they’re only actually mentioned with 4 minutes left of the documentary. This is why people dont respect you anymore Vice

For those who didn’t care or didn’t read, this video originates from 2016.

stop this hypocricy if you really care about women then talk about the women of Gaza this terrorism is nothing compared to Israeli terrorism

meanwhile, on the other side of the border, India has the most number of pilots in the world. The difference between India and Pakistan is increasing day by day. As an Indian, I think Pakistan should go a bit easy on the religious and cultural front and focus more on economic well-being. You cannot ban half of your population from leaving home and expect your economy to do well. These women are brave. Hope everything goes well.

I thought it was weird the deputy at 14:22 had her front badge showing the "City Of Atlanta Police" and the smaller print says "Resurgen, 1847 Atlanta, GA.1865". Did anyone else catch that too?

The cabals and evil government cause mass panic and chaos for some time. so make sure y'll protect yourselves and your finances more especially.

Where did She get the Atlanta Police Department patch from?

Just another reason why I’m grateful for being born in a free society. I’m sorry these women have to suffer this way.

To see a man hit a woman like that and abuse her makes me angry 😒

why did you write Iraq at the firs map that presented instead of Iran

By the way the lady who gave the conclusion statement is entirely wrong by saying that “all of the women we filmed were taking a risk simply by speaking to us” Seriously?? All except one of those women come from families who fathers, brothers and husbands let them be in these high positions. The people suffering are not only women but entire families who are displaced because of being refugees. That is why the interviewer was at the ‘Community center for displaced people’ The woman who was wearing the shuttlecock burqa was complaining about the Taliban not about her husband. She was complaining about not being able to work in the fields anymore. And in the end she had to go because her children were crying. The interviewer also seemed to assume that just practicing purdah means that the women are being oppressed, keep in mind that there are thousands who cover simply because they feel a spiritual connection to their God and therefore abide by the religious laws. I have seen and met women who are doctors and scholars and computer science graduates who are completely covered. The problem is political. In this case it is when a small group uses violent war tactics to cause problems within a country. The main intention is to destabilize the country. The media is then used to spread lies and to very conveniently change the narrative.

Heartbreaking to see women suppressed to be nothing more than furniture/objects due to men's insecurities. However, it was great to see in other areas of the country where strong women and girls are pushing forward despite the obstacles.

Women commandos who still adhere to the purdah culture are geniuses. They can kick-ass and avoid detection at the same time! EDIT: The comment section has now devolved into a weird religious debate. Some dude is quoting the Quran now saying that men should discipline women 'gently' if they misbehave. We need more women commandos.

Been waiting for a documentary like this for a while

There is a city called "Sawat" which I visited decades ago. Beautiful and friendliest people I met. I remember reading that terrorists took over the city and it took their army to go and clear it out. These terrorists seem to go to places which brings in tourist money. It really cheeses me off when people use part of their religion to force people. From my understanding is that it is woman's choice to wear hijab/purdah. My friends have sisters and aunts who are independent and have jobs. They don't wear hijab/purdah and make sure that they are respected among their male colleagues. We Christians aren't any better. One can not have a successful and thriving country without the contribution of women. So well done ladies for standing up for your country.

In todays world economy, it's simply ludicrous for half your population to not be working or otherwise contributing.

The most liberal city in Pakistan is not Karachchi. It is Lahore. Small correction

The video is from 2016. You should put this in the title, VICE. Hoping the situation has improved since then for women at home and on the streets.

That's the old vice! Amazing doc! All support to the amazing Pakistani womans! You are the best! All love from Brasil 🇧🇷

Poor women😢 I feel so upset for them. First they can’t work, then the government can’t help?!? These ladies are in serious trouble why would these men be like that?? I will never understand Pakistan and afghan men.

Great documentary, showing a spark of resistance against this male dominated society. Women should be equal and men are not covering women up and restricting their rights to protect them. Good luck to all the women around the world, in their struggle against men's tyrannical behaviour.

God protect these women... They are resilient under such difficult circumstances. Well done for covering this!

The neighbors would tell her husband and she has been doomed by the reporters.. my thoughts and prayers go out to that brave woman. 🙏

I admire the girls who are pursuing their studies, as well as the Vice Chancellor of Sardar Bahadur Khan University, who demonstrates the courage to realize the dream of women's education in Pakistan.

Can anyone explain how in countries like Afghanistan where female education is prohibited, they can train female doctors and nurses to treat women, as its forbidden for male medical staff to treat women? Obviously these professions take years of education, but as far as I believe, girls are generally only educated til the age of 10. I'd like to find out how it is possible to be a female doctor or nurse, when education is prohibited.

You can't keep snakes in your backyard and expect them to only bite your neighbours. Pakistan's long and well known policy of harbouring these terrorist groups as a way to keep India unstable has backfired massively and they have a lot of chickens coming home to roost right now.

Why did t they show the hand to hand combat? It would have been interesting to see

It's funny how the women is this culture are braver than the men who impose their insecurities on them

Show the world about the threat people face due to blasphemy in pakistan.

Bless these women fighting against oppression and cowardly men who beat them.

Interview lady has western English accent burka woman speaking like she learned script by heart even resemblance male voice

Thanks vice for showing correct map of Jammu and Kashmir 1:30

That lady that gave the interview without her husband's consent...i hope her husband doesn't have acces to the Internet

That is not a lady getting interviewed lol.

I am from India thanks to God that I born in India because of when I seen this video i am scared and shocked thank you so much to showing this reality i salute your work love and respect from india ❤️🇮🇳

The woman is speaking so much and you give like two words of translation for her two sentences.

such a powerful documentary good job like always VICE

That women's university has a really nice campus. Well done.

I know it’s an old, bad joke but the women at the end look like literal ninjas 😅

THATS A DUDE UNDER THAT GOLDEN ROBE 🤣

Bless These Sisters ❤❤❤

why does she have a city of atlanta police badge?

Terrible translation. Vice should have multi-layer translators to ensure accurate translation. Also, they are referring to Pakistani militants of Afghan ones. Who hired this journalist? She doesn’t know anything.

It's not like this in all Pakistani areas. There are liberal parts of Pakistan where women are treated equally and humanely.

Respect for Pakistani Women❤ Well Done to all of them for their service for Pakistan❤

Wait, wasn't Pakistan one of the countries that celebrated the return of the Taliban nationwide? Even the then-current Prime Minister said something like 'the Taliban has broken the shackles of slavery,' right?

wow peace loving people are spreading peace across globe.

Such excellent reporting. As an OEF vet it crushes me to think that women in Afghanistan went from electeds, journalists, business owners, teachers, artists, and doctors to what the Taliban rule have reduced them too. Seeing that resilient, strong, amazing terrorist fighting force in Pakistan lifted my heart and planted a seed of hope that freedom… their version of it will blossom and thrive again. Wonder if US military would be willing to offer them special training.. not only as a means of empowering women and strengthen anti-terror capabilities but as a thumb in the eye of fundamentalist extremists in that region of the world.

dang. first interview she was talking through small holes

Poor women

the map at 1:36 is labeled 'Iraq" when it should be "Iran"

I remember my mom wouldnt make a big purchase with out talking to my dad. Now a days. She does what she wants...god bless america

Those commando ladies are fucking awesome 🙌🏾

Imagine aliens exploring the universe and then they discover these sh!tty spots

The small things that we take for granted and still complain,carp and criticise appear so trivial when compared to the hardships women from these areas endure.We thank God that we live in a free society and though it may have its imperfections,we still have a lot to look forward to. Thin kfor a moment you only have one life to live,and what sin has a baby girl committed to have been born in these places.What future do these little angels have.

Respect and encouragement for these women from India 🇮🇳

What a beautiful religion

Check out the comments isn't it repulsive to think people like that exist

Good luck to you, it's a terrible to be born in a country with so much violence. Women should be able to be free and wear whatever they want on their heads or uncover them!

The fact that a few edits have been made in the video gives an idea how risky it is for women to voice their honest opinion out of the fear of persecution. God save them

1:35 the map if wrong, Iran is labelled as Iraq.

"If we are going to see real developtment in the world then our best investment is women." - Bishop Desmond Tutu

I have huge respect for the women . They are the natural creators , nurturers, teachers. They should be respected Always and not to be oppressed. 🙏🌹

I love seeing strong, independent women in our society 💪

Total respect to these brave ladies!!!

It always seems as if ALL religions were originally created by Kings who appointed "holy men", to be able to control the people below them in the class system through the word of a god. That seems to be why it has been so easy for men to constantly alter or purposefully misquote their religious texts to work in their favor during every generation. Even if people think the control is now cultural instead of religious, all cultures are basically religious cultures whose rules oppress the powerless masses. So it will always be religion that destroys humanity, because logic can not exist in an illogical world.

Under burka is not awoman he is bajwa

I like these background sound effects 😂

It's mostly a fictional story. Large population of afghans were settled in karachi. They were living normal city life in full religious dress like any where in the world. This person may be after getting some foreign support or run NGO to get some funds. 😮😮😮😮😮

no one really addresses the real issue which is the Pashtun tribe which is majority in Afghanistan and second largest in Pakistan which they have the manpower and ability and excuse to keep crossing borders n wreak havoc to keep ruining both countries while no one does anything to the root cause of the problem which is the tribe and ethnicity

Why is the female police officer wearing a patch "City of Atlanta Police" on her uniform??

The woman at 4:25 was not saying her husband is coming so they need to wrap up bcz she hasn’t told him but instead she said we should wrap it up bcz the baby is crying and i need to see him

Being a Pakistani and living in this city, lemme clear out some thing for you: first of all the point stated that women don't have freedom since Taliban's uprise is totally false in today's sense. Okay yeah, i might agree it was a few years ago But NOT today. now women experience the most freedom as compared to what it was before and they can move around freely without any hassle and it has its own freedom and safety for women

I wonder if we'll ever be equal, or if its really jus a far fetched dream...

Much respect for these women.

Knowing urdu, so many translations have been deliberately mistaken

Pakistan empowering women! Pakistan is awesome. Vice should cover the urban culture in the big cities as well so people want to come here!

Anyone else curious why that one commander-lady's uniform said "City of Atlanta?' I had just started paying attn and was like this for sure ain't the ATL.

Last time I heard of a terrorist fighting female commandos, it was on a shock-content website with the entire gorup having been violated, dismembered and killed

First of all the reporter didn't say that the interview was stopped becos the husband was coming home. She said the women who were giving the interview had to go becos she didn't tell her husband that she was giving an interview and its time for her husband to come. The interviewer didn't translate what the women in the background said, she explained the situation why the women had to go, the situation which was probably previously explained to her behind the camera.

09:33 most accurate map ever..highlights the complexity of the region

Totally disagree. Very things are fabricated in a very disciplined manners.

Good job dear sister. Women themselves should come forward to help other women and encourage them to move ahead in life. Do not depend on men to do it for you.

Big Thumbs up to the ladies for standing up and doing what men should do in Pakistan, I am sure there are some rare exceptions.