VOICED : Italian troops prepare to withdraw from Afghanistan

NATO is concluding its combat mission in Afghanistan, with equipment accumulated since 2001 being sent home. The Italian contingent, which has been overseeing security, will reduce its troops from 4,500 to about 500, continuing to train the Afghan army. A new mission, Resolute Support, will focus on training and advising Afghan forces. Lieutenant Mattiacci, after her second tour, notes improvements in women's rights. However, recent Taliban attacks raise concerns about potential instability following the withdrawal of foreign troops.

What improvements has Lieutenant Mattiacci observed regarding women's rights in Afghanistan?

What concerns do many have regarding the departure of foreign troops from Afghanistan?