"The Taliban have projected a more moderate face since seizing Kabul on Sunday, stating they want peace, will not seek retribution against old foes, and will protect women’s rights within the context of Islamic law. However, Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler, Senior Director of the Counter Extremism Project (CEP), an international non-profit dedicated to combating the growing threat of terrorism and extremist ideology, cautioned that the group’s words should be treated with caution."