Afghanistan Mosque Tragedy: Explosion during Friday prayers claims 15 lives in Afghanistan mosque

Afghanistan Mosque tragedy: Tragedy struck in Afghanistan today as an explosion rocked a mosque during Friday prayers, claiming the lives of at least 15 people. The incident occurred at the Takiakhana Imam Zaman, a place of worship situated in Pol-e-Khomri, at the heart of Baghlan province. The death toll may rise further as authorities continue to assess the situation, and the exact number of casualties and injuries is yet to be determined.

Reports from Afghanistan-based TOLO News confirm that the explosion occurred during the Friday prayer service. Mustafa Hashemi, the director of Baghlan's Information and Culture department, verified that the blast resulted in both fatalities and injuries. However, Hashemi did not provide specific details regarding the type of explosion or the precise number of casualties, stating that more information would be released after initial assessments are concluded.

This tragic incident adds to the series of recent explosions that have shaken Afghanistan, a country already grappling with significant devastation from a recent earthquake and ongoing turmoil since the Taliban regime took control in 2021. Earlier this year, a blast claimed the lives of approximately a dozen individuals in Afghanistan in June, and another explosion targeted Talibani officials in March.

In recent months, Afghanistan's Taliban-led administration has been contending with an insurgency orchestrated by Islamic State militants. This insurgent group has claimed responsibility for a series of deadly attacks targeting civilians, foreigners, and even Taliban security forces. The security situation in the region remains highly precarious, with the Afghan population bearing the brunt of these violent incidents.

- With inputs from agencies

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