A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 has rocked eastern Afghanistan, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The disaster struck late Sunday night, causing widespread devastation in towns in the province of Kunar, near the border with Pakistan. The latest reports indicate that over 800 people have lost their lives, with more than 2,500 individuals sustaining injuries in the aftermath of the catastrophic event.
According to a Taliban government spokesman, the majority of the casualties are concentrated in Kunar province, where villages have been decimated, and residential buildings have been leveled. Rescue operations are currently underway, with emergency crews working tirelessly to search for survivors amidst the rubble left by the earthquake.
This tragic incident once again highlights Afghanistan’s vulnerability to natural disasters and the challenges the country faces in managing such crises. The lack of adequate resources for disaster response and recovery further exacerbates the impact of such calamities on the local population, leading to a high number of casualties and widespread destruction.
As the nation grapples with the aftermath of this devastating earthquake, international aid and support are crucial in assisting with rescue efforts, providing medical assistance to the injured, and helping affected communities rebuild and recover from the disaster. The global community’s solidarity and assistance will be instrumental in alleviating the suffering of those affected by this tragedy and helping Afghanistan overcome this challenging period.
In the face of such adversity, it is essential for nations to come together in a spirit of cooperation and compassion to support those in need and work towards a more resilient and sustainable future for all. The resilience and strength of the Afghan people in the face of this tragedy serve as a testament to their unwavering spirit and determination to overcome adversity and rebuild their communities.
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– Internewscast Journal: https://internewscast.com/local-news/devastating-earthquake-rocks-eastern-afghanistan-over-250-dead-500-injured/
– Editorialge: https://editorialge.com/afghanistan-earthquake-2025-over-600-killed-thousands-injured/
– CBN News: http://www.cbn.com/api/urlredirect.aspx?u=http://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/world/2025/september/an-earthquake-destroys-villages-in-eastern-afghanistan-and-kills-800-people-with-2-500-injured
– Breaking News: https://www.breakingnews.ie/world/earthquake-destroys-villages-in-eastern-afghanistan-leaving-at-least-800-dead-1797546.html
– Today: https://www.today.com/video/afghanistan-earthquake-more-than-800-killed-rescues-underway-246326341534
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