A tragic suicide blast shook Afghanistan's Kandahar province, resulting in the loss of lives and causing devastation.
According to reports from the Taliban government, the explosion claimed the lives of three individuals while injuring twelve others. The incident occurred near a bank, where civilians had gathered for various purposes.
However, British media outlets, notably the BBC, reported a significantly higher casualty count, with claims of at least 21 fatalities.
The blast occurred at a bank branch crowded with Afghan civil servants awaiting their salaries. The aftermath of the explosion saw a swift response, with the injured promptly transported to Mirwais Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Despite the severity of the attack, no group has yet claimed responsibility for the heinous act, leaving many questions unanswered.
It’s worth noting that Kandahar holds strategic significance as the stronghold of Taliban power and the residence of their supreme commander, Haibatullah Akhunzada.
The incident serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by Afghanistan in its quest for stability and peace.
