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Over 60 People Killed Due to Heavy Snowfall in Afghanistan

Feb 13, 2026 February 13, 2026 1 min read 📰 BBC Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Heavy snowfall in Afghanistan has resulted in at least 61 deaths and over 110 injuries, with significant destruction of homes. The Taliban's National Disaster Management Authority is managing the aftermath of this natural disaster.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The heavy snowfall disaster in Afghanistan underscores the Taliban's governance challenges and its implications for regional stability.

👥 Key Players

Taliban government MENTIONED
Ruling authority in Afghanistan
"The Taliban's governance affects regional stability and security, including Iran's border security and refugee dynamics."
National Disaster Management Authority MENTIONED
Government agency responsible for disaster response
"Their effectiveness in managing disasters can impact public perception of the Taliban and its governance."

📰 What Happened

Heavy snowfall in Afghanistan has led to at least 61 deaths and over 110 injuries, with extensive damage to homes. The Taliban's disaster management agency is currently addressing the crisis.

  • 61 confirmed fatalities due to heavy snowfall and avalanches.
  • Hundreds of homes have been destroyed or damaged.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran may face increased refugee flows from Afghanistan due to natural disasters, complicating its own humanitarian and economic challenges.
🌍 Regional: The disaster highlights the Taliban's governance challenges and could affect regional stability and security cooperation.
🌐 International: International aid responses may be influenced by the Taliban's handling of the disaster, impacting foreign relations.

📚 Background

Afghanistan has faced significant humanitarian crises since the Taliban regained power in 2021, with ongoing issues related to governance, security, and natural disasters.

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📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
As a state announcement, it may present a more positive view of the Taliban's response efforts.

The National Disaster Management Authority of the Taliban government has announced that the number of fatalities from the recent heavy snowfall in the country has risen to 61. A spokesperson for this authority stated on Saturday afternoon that due to heavy snowfall, avalanches, and rain in various provinces, more than 110 people have been injured and hundreds of homes have been completely or partially destroyed.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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