UN special envoy Roza Otunbayeva informed the Security Council, expressing uncertainty over the type and content of education provided. Despite the Taliban's global criticism for restricting girls' and women's education, their education officials claim efforts are being made to enable girls' return to school.

Otunbayeva also addressed concerns over the declining quality of education impacting both boys and girls, emphasizing the necessity of a modern curriculum for the country's economic goals.

Human Rights Watch highlighted similar issues, noting the negative impact of the Taliban's policies, which include the loss of qualified teachers and the introduction of unqualified personnel, contributing to decreased school attendance and escalating fear among students.

Regarding human rights, Otunbayeva cited systemic discrimination, suppression of dissent, minority exclusion, and ongoing violence as significant factors of the stumbling blocks in Taliban-international relations. Afghanistan's escalating humanitarian crisis compounds these issues, with growing numbers needing aid in harsh winter conditions, yet a substantial funding shortfall persists.

UN humanitarian coordinator Ramesh Rajasingham pointed out the increased need for assistance, with over 29 million Afghans requiring aid, marking a significant rise over five years.

Despite efforts to provide relief to millions, funding gaps are evident, and recent earthquakes have further aggravated the situation. The forced return of over 450,000 Afghans from Pakistan exacerbates the crisis, with the majority being women and children in need of immediate and ongoing support.