Malala calls on countries to open borders to Afghan refugees

"And you know what has happened, you know, we can definitely debate about that. But we also need to talk about the immediate next steps that we need to take. We need to talk more about the solutions right now."

She went on to accuse the US of making irresponsible statements in the light of the takeover in Afghanistan, after comments from the likes of US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, who recently described the US-led campaign there as a successful mission. "I think the way the US described this war and how it was declared as a victory, I think this sends a very wrong impression," she said. "The Taliban waited for twenty years and they [US] are claiming their so-called victory after that." Related links: Biden’s statement ‘washing hands’ of Afghanistan labelled ‘one of most shameful in US history’ Footage appears to show Afghans falling from plane after takeoff in Kabul Taliban admits amputations, stonings and executions could return after Afghanistan takeover Yousafzai confirmed that she has talked to other world leaders and members of both the American and British governments. "I have been trying to reach out to many global leaders. I think every country has a role and responsibility right now. Countries need to open their borders to Afghan refugees, to the displaced people," she said. https://twitter.com/BBCWorld/status/1427339131328270337 There are concerns in particular for women across Afghanistan. Yousafzai has been an avid campaigner for women's rights, emphasising the need for girls in poorer nations to have a proper education. She said she was "raising her voice for the women" of Afghanistan. Under previous Taliban rule, women were stoned for adultery while their limbs were cut off for theft. Girls were also not allowed to go to school. Yousafzai added: "The women are brave, they're strong, and they keep raising their voices. And we must give more opportunities and time to them to tell us what it is that needs to be done for them, for the peace in Afghanistan."