Following an explosion in the densely populated Cinema Pamir area in central Kabul, 11 people, including children and women, were injured and transferred to the Emergency Hospital.
The incident, which occurred around 2:00 PM on Wednesday, was caused by a bomb planted among street vendors and resulted in casualties. So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the explosion.
Following the incident, fire trucks were dispatched to the scene, and footage shows people fleeing in panic.
In a statement, the Emergency Hospital confirmed that 11 injured individuals, including a three-year-old girl, two boys aged four and sixteen, two women, and six men, were transferred to the facility. The health condition of one of the injured was reported to be critical.
Reports indicated the explosion occurred in the Leilani Market near the Tazkira Directorate. Some reports indicate that a magnetic mine caused the explosion, but Taliban officials have not yet commented on the matter, and no group has claimed responsibility.
It is worth mentioning that similar explosions in various parts of Kabul have repeatedly resulted in civilian casualties and have significantly impacted the city’s security.
The recurring explosions in Kabul highlight ongoing security challenges in the city, leaving civilians vulnerable to frequent attacks. As authorities continue to investigate the incident, the lack of accountability raises concerns over the effectiveness of security measures in the city.
The incident underscores the urgent need for comprehensive security reforms and coordinated efforts to protect civilians in conflict-prone areas like Kabul.