Afghanistan earthquake kills more than 800
Summary
A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan killed over 800 people and injured thousands, triggering a major rescue operation amid difficult access to remote areas.
Key Points
- A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing over 800 people and injuring thousands, especially in Kunar province.
- The earthquake caused widespread destruction across at least five provinces, with aftershocks felt in neighboring Pakistan.
- Rescue operations involved Taliban authorities and the United Nations, with challenges due to inaccessible and remote areas.
- Afghanistan faces ongoing humanitarian crises compounded by repeated natural disasters and reduced foreign aid since the Taliban takeover.
