Taliban declares war on smartphones

In this 2022 photo, three university students check their smartphones. In June, the Taliban announced a ban on the devices in certain sectors of society. The ripple effect is making students afraid to bring their smartphones to school.

A newly announced ban on smartphones for government workers, police and military personnel is spilling over into healthcare and educational facilities. Ordinary citizens worry they'll be next.

(Image credit: Wakil Kohsar/AFP)