Attack in Central Afghanistan
At least fourteen civilians were killed in an attack in the center of Afghanistan on Thursday, September 12, claimed by the regional branch of the Islamic State in Afghanistan (IS-K), as per the authorities. The Taliban spokesperson announced that in addition to the civilians who were killed, six others were injured in the attack.
Response by Taliban
The spokesperson described the attack as “barbaric” and mentioned efforts are being made to find and prosecute the perpetrators. However, the Taliban do not name the attackers but refer to them as “enemies of humanity.”
Details of the Attack
Local sources confirmed the death toll, stating that there were fourteen fatalities and four wounded individuals. The victims were reportedly gathered to welcome pilgrims returning from Kerbala, a significant Shiite location in Iraq.
Concerns over Rising Attacks
The increasing number of attacks claimed by IS-K in Afghanistan has raised alarms among international observers. IS-K has been involved in numerous violent incidents and has executed multiple attacks in different parts of the world, leading to casualties.
Global Impact of IS-K
Experts have noted a rise in IS-K activities across several countries, with a significant number of planned attacks. The group’s deadly operations, including suicide bombings and mass casualties, have garnered attention worldwide.
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