The
United States joins the government of Afghanistan in strongly
condemning the murder of Najia Sediqi, who was killed in a drive-by
shooting Monday morning. As Acting Director of Provincial Women's
Affairs, Najia was one of the many Afghan women who dedicate themselves
every single day toward building a brighter future for the people of
Afghanistan. The United States will continue to stand side-by-side with
women who are carrying on Najia's fight, the Afghan government and all
Afghan people to ensure that the hard-won gains made by women in the
recent years are protected and advanced. Senseless violence like this
will only threaten the potential for peace. Our thoughts are with
Najia’s family during this difficult time.