Blast Claims at Least 8 Lives in Western Afghanistan

2025-09-09 04:36:28

(MENAFN) At least eight members of a single family were killed in a powerful explosion at a residence in western Afghanistan on Monday, media reported. The blast occurred in the Balablok district of Farah province, a volatile region that has seen increasing violence in recent months.

Provincial government spokesperson Abdul Malik Osama confirmed Tuesday that the blast claimed the lives of a couple and their six children, underscoring the tragic impact on a single household.

Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion, which has yet to be clarified. The incident adds to the ongoing instability in the area, raising concerns over civilian safety in conflict zones.

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