Cross-Border Tensions: Attack on Chinese Citizens in Tajikistan

An armed attack on the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border resulted in the death of three Chinese citizens and injury to another. The incident, involving a drone, occurred in Khatlon province. China's embassy has urged evacuations and called for an investigation, as both Afghanistan and Tajikistan assess the situation.

In a recent cross-border attack, three Chinese nationals lost their lives in Tajikistan, near the border with Afghanistan, according to China's embassy in Dushanbe.

The assault occurred in Khatlon province, with a drone delivering grenade fire, leaving one more Chinese citizen injured. China's embassy has recommended evacuation of the area while urging Tajik authorities to investigate the attack.

Although the specific perpetrators remain unidentified, Afghanistan's foreign ministry described the incident as an attempt to sow chaos and instability in the region. Both Afghanistan and Tajikistan have pledged to work together in addressing the aftermath.

(With inputs from agencies.)