Child Killed and 11 Others Wounded in Kabul Market Bombing
Kabul, Afghanistan – A tragic attack in the heart of Kabul has left one child dead and 11 others injured after a suspect detonated explosives concealed in a bag at a bustling market on Wednesday afternoon. The explosion occurred in the Pamir Cinema area, an area known for its dense population and vibrant activity.
Kabul police spokesman Khalid Zadran confirmed the incident on Thursday, stating, “Yesterday, there was an explosion in the Pamir Cinema area of Kabul from explosives a person was carrying in a bag.” He reported that the blast resulted in the death of a child and injuries to 11 civilians, including young children and women.
Emergency NGO, an Italian organization that operates a hospital in Kabul, treated the victims on Wednesday. According to Deputy Country Director Stefano Gennaro Smirnov, the explosion took place as a second-hand clothes market was opening, drawing crowds eager to shop. “Many of those affected by this attack will be living in conditions of severe poverty,” he noted, highlighting the tragic impact of such violence on vulnerable communities.
Although a suspect connected to the attack has been apprehended and is being treated for injuries, no group has yet claimed responsibility for the bombing. Despite a noticeable decrease in bomb blasts and suicide attacks since the Taliban assumed control in August 2021, various armed factions, including the local affiliate of the Islamic State group, continue to pose a significant threat to security in Afghanistan.
As investigations continue, the International community remains concerned about the potential resurgence of violence in the region.
