Tragic Blast Shatters Security in Kabul's Core

A deadly explosion rocked Kabul's Shahr-e-Naw district, claiming lives and heightening security concerns in one of the city's most secure areas. Taliban authorities reported multiple casualties and injuries without specifying numbers, pending further details. The blast targeted a neighborhood noted for housing foreigners.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kabul | Updated: 19-01-2026 17:46 IST | Created: 19-01-2026 17:46 IST
Tragic Blast Shatters Security in Kabul's Core
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A lethal explosion has brought turmoil to the normally secure Shahr-e-Naw area in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul. The incident, confirmed by the Taliban's interior ministry, resulted in numerous casualties, though precise figures are not yet available.

The impacted district is known for its high concentration of foreigners and has historically been considered one of Kabul's most protected zones.

The spokesperson for the ministry, Abdul Mateen Qani, indicated that more information would follow as investigations progress.

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