Suicide Bombing Near Bank in Kunduz, Afghanistan, Leaves Five Dead
A blast targeting individuals collecting salaries causes fatalities and injuries amidst ongoing security challenges in the region.
KABUL: A suicide bomber detonated explosives outside a bank in Kunduz, Afghanistan, on February 11, 2025, resulting in the deaths of five individuals, including members of Taliban security forces, according to local police reports.
The attack occurred during a busy period when civilians were queued to withdraw their salaries.
The explosion injured seven others, as confirmed by Jumadin Khaksar, the police spokesman for Kunduz province.
Khaksar noted that the victims included civilians, civil servants, and members of the Taliban's security apparatus.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident, with the Kunduz Province Police Command cooperating with relevant organizations to identify the perpetrators and ensure accountability.
Kunduz has faced various security incidents in recent months, underscoring the ongoing challenges the Taliban government faces in maintaining safety and order across Afghanistan.
The international community remains focused on the broader humanitarian implications stemming from such violence, as the region struggles with economic and social instability.
The attack occurred during a busy period when civilians were queued to withdraw their salaries.
The explosion injured seven others, as confirmed by Jumadin Khaksar, the police spokesman for Kunduz province.
Khaksar noted that the victims included civilians, civil servants, and members of the Taliban's security apparatus.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident, with the Kunduz Province Police Command cooperating with relevant organizations to identify the perpetrators and ensure accountability.
Kunduz has faced various security incidents in recent months, underscoring the ongoing challenges the Taliban government faces in maintaining safety and order across Afghanistan.
The international community remains focused on the broader humanitarian implications stemming from such violence, as the region struggles with economic and social instability.
