At least 27 people were killed and several others wounded in a suicide attack on a Shiite mosque in Kabul. According to Reuters, the attacker detonated himself shortly after noon prayers at the Baqir al-Uloom Mosque in Kabul. Fereydoun Obaidi, head of Kabul's criminal police, stated that at least 27 people were killed and 35 others injured in the attack. Meanwhile, Ariana TV reported, citing a worshipper, that the death toll is around 40 and the number of injured is close to 80. This is the third attack on Shiites in Kabul since July. The previous two attacks were claimed by the Islamic State (ISIS). On Ashura this year, a man dressed as a police officer opened fire on mourners, resulting in the deaths of 14 people. In July, an attack on Hazara Shiite demonstrators in Kabul left over 80 dead. No group has claimed responsibility for Monday's suicide attack yet. Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesperson for the Taliban, also denied the group's involvement in the attack. In July of this year, the United Nations reported that 1,601 civilians were killed in Afghanistan in the first half of the current year.
Dozens Killed and Wounded in Suicide Attack on Shiite Mosque in Kabul
A suicide attack on a Shiite mosque in Kabul resulted in at least 27 deaths and many injuries, with reports suggesting the toll could be higher. This attack marks the third targeting of Shiites in Kabul since July, raising concerns about ongoing violence against this community. The incident highlights the precarious security situation in Afghanistan, particularly for minority groups.
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📰 What Happened
A suicide bomber attacked the Baqir al-Uloom Mosque in Kabul during noon prayers, resulting in at least 27 deaths and numerous injuries. This incident marks the third attack on Shiite worshippers in Kabul since July, raising alarms about ongoing sectarian violence.
- At least 27 people were killed and around 35 injured, with some reports suggesting the death toll could be as high as 40.
- This attack follows two previous assaults on Shiite communities in Kabul, both attributed to ISIS.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Afghanistan has a history of sectarian violence, particularly against the Shiite Hazara community, which has been targeted by extremist groups like ISIS. The Taliban's governance has not yet resolved these security issues.
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