Public Defenders Smoking Courthouse Entrance Herat

Soft overcast light falls through low-hanging clouds, illuminating the concrete steps of a government building in Herat. Three figures stand beneath the harsh glow of floodlights mounted on the heavy stone facade. Their breath rises into the early spring air as they hold cigarettes near the wide side entrance. Worn gray concrete textures contrast with the warm yellow artificial lamps. A metal railing runs along the walkway, creating leading lines that guide the view toward the group. The sidewalk stretches out beneath their feet, marked by faint shadows that fall across the pavement. A small pile of ash rests on the edge of the nearest step.