Afghanistan earthquake kills more than 800
Summary
A powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing over 800 people and injuring thousands amid ongoing rescue operations in remote areas.
Key Points
- A strong earthquake and aftershocks struck eastern Afghanistan, killing more than 800 people.
- The epicentre was near Jalalabad in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces, close to the Pakistan border.
- Remote villages have been heavily impacted with many homes destroyed and areas inaccessible due to blocked roads.
- The disaster comes amid Afghanistan's ongoing humanitarian crises and reduced foreign aid under Taliban rule.
