
A devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, resulting in over 1,400 deaths and 3,000 injuries in Kunar province alone. The shallow depth of the quake and vulnerable mud-brick homes contributed to the high casualty rate. This disaster compounds Afghanistan's existing crises, including reduced aid funding and a struggling economy, hindering rescue and relief efforts.
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