<p>A dog is truly a man's best friend. And this pure affection does not go away even after his owner's death. A heartbreaking story has come from earthquake-struck Afghanistan. Samira SR, an advocacy and communications professional working with International Rescue Committee has shared a story that's sure to bring tears to our eyes.</p>

<p>What she has tweeted is a picture of a small, furry dog. We may take the dog to be just another 'cute' picture doing rounds on social media if not for the emotion of utter devastation in his eyes. The dog is surrounded by rubble of what must have been a house. To be specific, it is his departed owner's house. The recent earthquake sadly killed all members of the family of his owner. They are long gone but the dog is not ready to accept this.</p>

<p>According to Samira, the dog comes to the destroyed house everyday and cries because it can't see the familiar faces which, till last week, smiled warmly at him. The dog is now being taken care of by neighbours of the departed family. But the loyal dog still searches the rubble, clinging on the hope that he'll see his loved ones anytime. This sadly will never happen.</p>

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<p>At least 1,000 people were killed, 2,000 injured and 10,000 homes destroyed in the 6.1-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday (June 22). Helping thousands of Afghans is also a challenge for countries that had imposed sanctions on Afghanistan. The United Nations and several other countries have rushed aid to the affected areas, with more due to arrive over the coming days.</p>

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A dog is truly a man's best friend. And this pure affection does not go away even after his owner's death. A heartbreaking story has come from earthquake-struck Afghanistan.

A dog is truly a man's best friend. And this pure affection does not go away even after his owner's death. A heartbreaking story has come from earthquake-struck Afghanistan. Samira SR, an advocacy and communications professional working with International Rescue Committee has shared a story that's sure to bring tears to our eyes. What she has tweeted is a picture of a small, furry dog. We may take the dog to be just another 'cute' picture doing rounds on social media if not for the emotion of utter devastation in his eyes. The dog is surrounded by rubble of what must have been a house. To be specific, it is his departed owner's house. The recent earthquake sadly killed all members of the family of his owner. They are long gone but the dog is not ready to accept this. According to Samira, the dog comes to the destroyed house everyday and cries because it can't see the familiar faces which, till last week, smiled warmly at him. The dog is now being taken care of by neighbours of the departed family. But the loyal dog still searches the rubble, clinging on the hope that he'll see his loved ones anytime. This sadly will never happen. Every person in the house this dog belongs to was killed in the earthquake. Neighbours said they took him with them to feed/take care of. He keeps coming back to the destroyed house and wails. Ochki village in Gayan, Paktika.#AfghanistanEarthquake #Afghanistan pic.twitter.com/A7oCoGIn2V — Samira SR (@SSamiraSR) June 26, 2022 × At least 1,000 people were killed, 2,000 injured and 10,000 homes destroyed in the 6.1-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday (June 22). Helping thousands of Afghans is also a challenge for countries that had imposed sanctions on Afghanistan. The United Nations and several other countries have rushed aid to the affected areas, with more due to arrive over the coming days. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Afghanistan quake: Dog comes to departed owner's house and cries each day

Afghanistan is trying to get back on its feet after the catastrophic earthquake that shook the country from its root last week. The Taliban officials visited the quake-hit areas.

Afghanistan seeks foreign help to rebuild homes, urges West to unfreeze assets

International aid continues to trickle into Afghanistan which is reeling from the aftermath of the devastating earthquake. The Taliban has vowed not to interfere with the aid supplies. Taliban has also urged US to unfreeze funds.

Afghanistan earthquake: Taliban urges US to unfreeze Afghanistan's funds

<p>The Taliban administration in Afghanistan said on Saturday that they will not be interfering with any international aid that will be directed towards the citizens suffering due to earthquakes. Afghanistan experienced a 5.9-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday and that resulted in the death of more than 1000 people. It also rendered many people homeless in the country and since then, the United Nations and some countries have sent humanitarian aid to the people. While there have been complaints that Taliban authorities are trying to get aid to places where they enjoy the most support, AFP reported that the Taliban has denied all rumours about any interference till now.</p>

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<p>"Whether it is WFP, UNICEF or any other organisation... the international community or the United Nations... they will do the distribution by themselves," said Khan Mohammad Ahmad, a senior official in hard-hit Paktika province according to the AFP report on Saturday.</p>

<p>"The responsible people from the Islamic Emirate are here... our members will be always with them (to help)," he added, referring to the new name for Afghanistan which was proposed by the Taliban.</p>

<p>Health minister Qalandar Ebad visited some of the earthquake-hit districts of the country.</p>

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<p>"The whole community is badly affected, mentally and psychologically," Ebad told AFP.</p>

<p>"I think now the situation is critical... society is totally damaged here," he added.</p>

<p>According to the official data, around 10,000 houses were damaged due to the earthquake with millions getting affected in the process. While the government was not able to cover much area with their resources, the international aid has been a huge boon for the people affected by the disaster.</p>

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The Taliban administration in Afghanistan said on Saturday that they will not be interfering with any international aid that will be directed towards the citizens suffering due to earthquakes.

The Taliban administration in Afghanistan said on Saturday that they will not be interfering with any international aid that will be directed towards the citizens suffering due to earthquakes. Afghanistan experienced a 5.9-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday and that resulted in the death of more than 1000 people. It also rendered many people homeless in the country and since then, the United Nations and some countries have sent humanitarian aid to the people. While there have been complaints that Taliban authorities are trying to get aid to places where they enjoy the most support, AFP reported that the Taliban has denied all rumours about any interference till now. Also read | Sievierodonetsk falls to Russia after one of Ukraine war's bloodiest fights "Whether it is WFP, UNICEF or any other organisation... the international community or the United Nations... they will do the distribution by themselves," said Khan Mohammad Ahmad, a senior official in hard-hit Paktika province according to the AFP report on Saturday. "The responsible people from the Islamic Emirate are here... our members will be always with them (to help)," he added, referring to the new name for Afghanistan which was proposed by the Taliban. Health minister Qalandar Ebad visited some of the earthquake-hit districts of the country. Also read | Oslo shooting being treated as 'act of Islamist terrorism', says authorities "The whole community is badly affected, mentally and psychologically," Ebad told AFP. "I think now the situation is critical... society is totally damaged here," he added. According to the official data, around 10,000 houses were damaged due to the earthquake with millions getting affected in the process. While the government was not able to cover much area with their resources, the international aid has been a huge boon for the people affected by the disaster. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (With inputs from agencies)

Taliban says they will not interfere with Afghanistan earthquake aid

Quake-hit Afghanistan is struggling to recover as it calls for more international aid. Now, five people were killed in the latest tremors in the region.

Aftershocks of Quake-hit Afghanistan: 5 killed in latest tremors in the region

A deadly earthquake in Afghanistan has killed over a thousand people in the country, injuring several others, homes have been crushed hospitals are overwhelmed and rescuers are struggling to reach the remaining survivors. Now, India's aid consignment reaches Kabul.

Deadly earthquake rocks Afghanistan: India's aid consignment reaches Kabul

<p>The number of fatalities from the earthquake that struck Afghanistan on Wednesday has increased to 1,150 and more than 3,000 dwellings have been completely demolished, as reported by Associated Press. The death toll increased on Friday (June 24) from earlier estimates of 1,000 deaths caused by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake, the Bhaktar News Agency said. However, as per the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the death toll is different. It estimated 770 deaths while the UNICEF’s representative in Afghanistan predicted the toll to be 1036 and still counting. According to Hindustan Times, significant variations in death counts and destruction statistics are expected.</p>

<p>Mohammad Nassim Haqqani, a spokesperson of the ministry for disaster, while in conversation with Reuters, said that 2,000 individuals were injured and nearly 10,000 homes destroyed. This is one of the deadliest earthquakes the country has seen&nbsp;in 20 years. As per reports, the eastern district of Paktika is the worst-hit area.&nbsp;This doesn’t end here; the communication has also been impacted due to the destruction of phone towers and power lines.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to Save the Children, the disaster has nearly impacted more than 118,000 children. It further said, “Many are now most likely without clean drinking water, food and a safe place to sleep."</p>

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<p>Several countries like Germany, Norway and others will help the south Asian country through United Nations and not directly to the Taliban. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also provided the country with essentials.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Taliban takeover has isolated the country from the world, and this disaster has put the nation in tremendous difficulty. In addition to this, the prime reason for delayed global help is again the Taliban as the majority of international organisations left Afghanistan after the Taliban seized the country.&nbsp;</p>

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The number of fatalities from the earthquake that struck Afghanistan on Wednesday has increased to 1,150 and more than 3,000 dwellings have been completely demolished, as reported by Associated Press.

The number of fatalities from the earthquake that struck Afghanistan on Wednesday has increased to 1,150 and more than 3,000 dwellings have been completely demolished, as reported by Associated Press. The death toll increased on Friday (June 24) from earlier estimates of 1,000 deaths caused by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake, the Bhaktar News Agency said. However, as per the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the death toll is different. It estimated 770 deaths while the UNICEF’s representative in Afghanistan predicted the toll to be 1036 and still counting. According to Hindustan Times, significant variations in death counts and destruction statistics are expected. Mohammad Nassim Haqqani, a spokesperson of the ministry for disaster, while in conversation with Reuters, said that 2,000 individuals were injured and nearly 10,000 homes destroyed. This is one of the deadliest earthquakes the country has seen in 20 years. As per reports, the eastern district of Paktika is the worst-hit area. This doesn’t end here; the communication has also been impacted due to the destruction of phone towers and power lines. Also read | Taliban resisting humanitarian funding: UN According to Save the Children, the disaster has nearly impacted more than 118,000 children. It further said, “Many are now most likely without clean drinking water, food and a safe place to sleep." Watch | Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan Several countries like Germany, Norway and others will help the south Asian country through United Nations and not directly to the Taliban. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also provided the country with essentials. Also read | Mass graves being prepared for earthquake victims in Afghanistan The Taliban takeover has isolated the country from the world, and this disaster has put the nation in tremendous difficulty. In addition to this, the prime reason for delayed global help is again the Taliban as the majority of international organisations left Afghanistan after the Taliban seized the country. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (with inputs from agencies)

Death toll for Afghanistan earthquake reaches 1,150 with nearly 3,000 homes destroyed

A deadly earthquake in Afghanistan has killed over a thousand people in the country, injuring several others, homes have been crushed hospitals are overwhelmed and rescuers are struggling to reach the remaining survivors.

Afghanistan Earthquake: Taliban govt struggles with relief ops; India & Pak promise assistance

<p>Mass graves are being prepared for earthquake victims in Paktika, where over 1,000 have been killed and around 1,500 have been wounded. The magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck early on Wednesday about 160 km (100 miles) southeast of Kabul, in arid mountains dotted with small settlements near the border with Pakistan, as reported by Reuters.</p>

<p>Poor communications and a lack of proper roads are hampering relief efforts in a country already grappling with a humanitarian crisis which has deteriorated since the Taliban took over last August. "The rescue operation has finished, no one is trapped under (the) rubble," Mohammad Ismail Muawiyah, a spokesman for the top Taliban military commander in the hardest-hit Paktika province, told Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mohammad Nassim Haqqani, a spokesperson for the disaster ministry, told Reuters rescue operations had finished in major districts but were continuing in some isolated areas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United Nations said on Thursday the Taliban ministry of defence had indicated as early as Wednesday 90 per cent of search and rescue operations had been completed. The death toll makes it Afghanistan's deadliest earthquake in two decades, according to U.S. government data.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The town of Gayan, close to the epicentre, sustained significant damage with most of its mud-walled buildings damaged or completely collapsed, a Reuters team said. The town, with only the most basic roads, was bustling with Taliban soldiers and ambulances as a helicopter bringing in relief supplies landed nearby, whipping up huge swirls of dust. About 300 people sat on the ground waiting for supplies.</p>

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<p>Abdul Qahar Balkhi, spokesperson for the Afghan foreign ministry, on Thursday, repeated calls for international aid. "We call on natural disaster management agencies and the international community to provide immediate and comprehensive aid to the Afghan people," he said in a tweet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Afghanistan's economy has all but collapsed, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in an appeal to aid donors in late March. Drought has undermined food production and 9 million Afghans face famine. Some families have been forced to sell children and organs to survive, he said.</p>

<p>The United Nations said its World Food Programme (WFP) was sending food and logistics equipment to affected areas, with the aim of initially supporting 3,000 households. "The Afghan people are already facing an unprecedented crisis following decades of conflict, severe drought and an economic downturn," said Gordon Craig, WFP deputy country director in Afghanistan.</p>

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Mass graves are being prepared for earthquake victims in Paktika, where over 1,000 have been killed and around 1,500 have been wounded. The magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck early on Wednesday about 160 km (100 miles) southeast of Kabul, in arid mountains dotted with small settlements near the border with Pakistan, as reported by Reuters.

Mass graves are being prepared for earthquake victims in Paktika, where over 1,000 have been killed and around 1,500 have been wounded. The magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck early on Wednesday about 160 km (100 miles) southeast of Kabul, in arid mountains dotted with small settlements near the border with Pakistan, as reported by Reuters. Poor communications and a lack of proper roads are hampering relief efforts in a country already grappling with a humanitarian crisis which has deteriorated since the Taliban took over last August. "The rescue operation has finished, no one is trapped under (the) rubble," Mohammad Ismail Muawiyah, a spokesman for the top Taliban military commander in the hardest-hit Paktika province, told Reuters. Mohammad Nassim Haqqani, a spokesperson for the disaster ministry, told Reuters rescue operations had finished in major districts but were continuing in some isolated areas. The United Nations said on Thursday the Taliban ministry of defence had indicated as early as Wednesday 90 per cent of search and rescue operations had been completed. The death toll makes it Afghanistan's deadliest earthquake in two decades, according to U.S. government data. The town of Gayan, close to the epicentre, sustained significant damage with most of its mud-walled buildings damaged or completely collapsed, a Reuters team said. The town, with only the most basic roads, was bustling with Taliban soldiers and ambulances as a helicopter bringing in relief supplies landed nearby, whipping up huge swirls of dust. About 300 people sat on the ground waiting for supplies. Also Read: Explained: E-commerce of ‘ghost guns’ Abdul Qahar Balkhi, spokesperson for the Afghan foreign ministry, on Thursday, repeated calls for international aid. "We call on natural disaster management agencies and the international community to provide immediate and comprehensive aid to the Afghan people," he said in a tweet. Afghanistan's economy has all but collapsed, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in an appeal to aid donors in late March. Drought has undermined food production and 9 million Afghans face famine. Some families have been forced to sell children and organs to survive, he said. The United Nations said its World Food Programme (WFP) was sending food and logistics equipment to affected areas, with the aim of initially supporting 3,000 households. "The Afghan people are already facing an unprecedented crisis following decades of conflict, severe drought and an economic downturn," said Gordon Craig, WFP deputy country director in Afghanistan. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Mass graves being prepared for earthquake victims in Afghanistan

Afghanistan was rocked by earthquakes killing nearly 1,000 people. After the earthquake, the Taliban-led government asked for international support. Countries including South Korea, Pakistan and Japan came forward to help Afghanistan.

Afghanistan earthquake: Countries providing aid after death toll touch 1,000

A 5.9 magnitude quake has killed over 1,000 people in Afghanistan. The tremors have reduced scores of homes to rubble. The Taliban has launched relief Ops, but its struggling due to a lack of resources. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan

<p>The strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck a rural, hilly area of eastern Afghanistan claimed at least 30 tribal members of Pakistan who had been forced to flee during a military operation in 2014 and crossed the border, as per a media source on Thursday. The earthquake killed a total of over 1,000 people and left 1,500 more injured included Madakhel tribe members among its victims in the North Waziristan province in Afghanistan. After the Pakistani government briefly opened the Pak-Afghan border at Alwar Mandi, the Dawn daily stated that the bodies of 30 persons would be sent to their home, reported by PTI.</p>

<p>Pakistani Prime Minster Shehbaz Sharif instructed officials to dispatch aid to the earthquake victims in Afghanistan, as per reports. Eight trucks containing tents, tarps, blankets, and essential medicines were sent to Kabul, according to Radio Pakistan which said Pakistan had pledged its entire support to Afghanistan.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to military sources in Miranshah, plans have also been made at the Ghulam Khan border for the airlift of the injured to specialised medical centres that are being established nearby.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per reports citing officials, the ration was being given to earthquake-affected people in addition to moving the remains and assisting with treatments of the people injured.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With millions of people facing increased starvation and poverty as a result of the Taliban’s international funding being cut off, Afghanistan is already grappling with one of the biggest humanitarian crises in history. The earthquake made this matter worse.&nbsp;</p>

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The strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck a rural, hilly area of eastern Afghanistan claimed at least 30 tribal members of Pakistan who had been forced to flee during a military operation in 2014 and crossed the border, as per a media source on Thursday.

The strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck a rural, hilly area of eastern Afghanistan claimed at least 30 tribal members of Pakistan who had been forced to flee during a military operation in 2014 and crossed the border, as per a media source on Thursday. The earthquake killed a total of over 1,000 people and left 1,500 more injured included Madakhel tribe members among its victims in the North Waziristan province in Afghanistan. After the Pakistani government briefly opened the Pak-Afghan border at Alwar Mandi, the Dawn daily stated that the bodies of 30 persons would be sent to their home, reported by PTI. Pakistani Prime Minster Shehbaz Sharif instructed officials to dispatch aid to the earthquake victims in Afghanistan, as per reports. Eight trucks containing tents, tarps, blankets, and essential medicines were sent to Kabul, according to Radio Pakistan which said Pakistan had pledged its entire support to Afghanistan. Also read | India may soon send assistance to quake-hit Afghanistan According to military sources in Miranshah, plans have also been made at the Ghulam Khan border for the airlift of the injured to specialised medical centres that are being established nearby. Watch | Gravitas: 5.9 Magnitude earthquake kills 1,000 in Afghanistan As per reports citing officials, the ration was being given to earthquake-affected people in addition to moving the remains and assisting with treatments of the people injured. Also read | We hope international community & aid agencies will help, says Taliban official after Afghanistan earthquake With millions of people facing increased starvation and poverty as a result of the Taliban’s international funding being cut off, Afghanistan is already grappling with one of the biggest humanitarian crises in history. The earthquake made this matter worse. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (With inputs from agencies)

Afghanistan earthquake claims lives of 30 Pakistanis, says report

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck southeastern Afghanistan. At least, a thousand people have died and more than 600 have been injured. This is one of the worst tragedies Afghanistan has witnessed in recent history. Neighboring countries India and Pakistan have promised assistance.

Afghanistan earthquake kills at least 1000  | India & Pakistan promise assistance

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck southeastern Afghanistan. At least, a thousand people have been killed and over 1,500 are injured. The earthquake struck about 44 kilometers from the city of Khost near the border with Pakistan.

5. 9 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan, houses turn to rubble after landslides and quake

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck southeastern Afghanistan. At least, a thousand people have died due to the earthquake. Neighboring countries India and Pakistan have promised to provide assistance.

Afghanistan earthquake: Taliban calls for international help; multiple nations offer assistance

After an earthquake struck the country's southeast, Afghan police captured aerial footage that revealed wrecked homes.

Afghanistan earthquake: Aerial view shows destruction by deadliest quake since 2002

<p>India may soon send assistance to Afghanistan in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that rocked the country. It is learnt that both India and Taliban have had exchanges with each other through well-established channels regarding assistance from New Delhi.</p>

<p>A 6.1 magnitude earthquake jolted Afghanistan earlier this week, with the true extent of devastation unravelling now. More than 1,000 are feared dead with scores injured in the earthquake.</p>

<p>Speaking to WION, the Taliban officials are hopeful that the "first batch of Indian emergency assistance will arrive" soon.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs were quick to extend condolences. PM Modi in a tweet said, "India stands by the people of Afghanistan in their difficult times".</p>

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<p>The Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, highlighted that New Delhi remains "committed to providing assistance and support in this hour of need."</p>

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<p>Farid Mamundzay, the Afghan envoy to Delhi, appreciated India's "solidarity and support at this difficult time."</p>

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<p>While New Delhi doesn't recognise the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, an Indian govt team visited Kabul three weeks ago. The visit was the first by the Indian government team since the Taliban takeover last August.</p>

<p>The key focus has been to oversee the Indian humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan and take a look at the Indian infrastructure programs. Since August last year, India has provided 17,000 MT of Wheat out of its total commitment of 50,000 MT, 500,000 doses of Covid&nbsp;vaccine Covaxin, 13 tons of essential lifesaving medicines and winter clothing as well as 60 million doses of polio vaccine.</p>

<p>India has built the Afghan Parliament, and the India-Afghanistan friendship dam in western Herat Province. Along with this, it has also taken up 116 High Impact Community Development Projects in 31 provinces of the country.</p>


India may soon send assistance to Afghanistan in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that rocked the country. It is learnt that both India and Taliban have had exchanges with each other through well-established channels regarding assistance from New Delhi.

India may soon send assistance to Afghanistan in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that rocked the country. It is learnt that both India and Taliban have had exchanges with each other through well-established channels regarding assistance from New Delhi. A 6.1 magnitude earthquake jolted Afghanistan earlier this week, with the true extent of devastation unravelling now. More than 1,000 are feared dead with scores injured in the earthquake. Speaking to WION, the Taliban officials are hopeful that the "first batch of Indian emergency assistance will arrive" soon. On Wednesday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Ministry of External Affairs were quick to extend condolences. PM Modi in a tweet said, "India stands by the people of Afghanistan in their difficult times". Deeply saddened at the news of the devastating earthquake in Afghanistan today. My deepest condolences on loss of precious lives. India stands by the people of Afghanistan in their difficult times and is ready to provide all possible disaster relief material at the earliest. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 22, 2022 × The Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, highlighted that New Delhi remains "committed to providing assistance and support in this hour of need." India expresses sympathy and condolences to the victims and their families, and to all those impacted by the tragic earthquake in Afghanistan. We share the grief of the people of Afghanistan and remain committed to provide assistance and support in this hour of need. — Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) June 22, 2022 × Farid Mamundzay, the Afghan envoy to Delhi, appreciated India's "solidarity and support at this difficult time." Appreciate the solidarity and support of India at this difficult time. Humanitarian situation in Afghanistan was already going from worse to worst - and with the occurrence of natural disasters like the recent earthquake make life unbearable for many Afghans. 1/2 https://t.co/Rqqb4cUXxg — Farid Mamundzay फरीद मामुन्दजई فرید ماموندزی (@FMamundzay) June 22, 2022 × While New Delhi doesn't recognise the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, an Indian govt team visited Kabul three weeks ago. The visit was the first by the Indian government team since the Taliban takeover last August. The key focus has been to oversee the Indian humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan and take a look at the Indian infrastructure programs. Since August last year, India has provided 17,000 MT of Wheat out of its total commitment of 50,000 MT, 500,000 doses of Covid vaccine Covaxin, 13 tons of essential lifesaving medicines and winter clothing as well as 60 million doses of polio vaccine. India has built the Afghan Parliament, and the India-Afghanistan friendship dam in western Herat Province. Along with this, it has also taken up 116 High Impact Community Development Projects in 31 provinces of the country.

India may soon send assistance to quake-hit Afghanistan

<p>The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan in the early hours of Wednesday. The quake happened around 44 kilometres (27 miles) from Khost in southeastern Afghanistan, at a depth of 51 kilometres, according to the USGS. So yet, no immediate reports of damage or deaths have been made.</p>

<p>Shaking was felt by around 119 million people in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India across a 500-kilometer radius, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).</p>

<p>A minor earthquake shook Islamabad and other parts of Pakistan, according to Pakistani media.</p>

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Tremors were also reported in Lahore, Multan, Quetta, and other Pakistani cities. The earthquake was felt for a few seconds, according to the Namal, and drove people fleeing into the streets.</p>

<p>There were no recorded deaths or property damage.</p>

<p>Several Pakistani cities, including Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, and Multan, were rattled by a 5.0 magnitude earthquake on Friday.</p>

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The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan in the early hours of Wednesday. The quake happened around 44 kilometres (27 miles) from Khost in southeastern Afghanistan, at a depth of 51 kilometres, according to the USGS.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan in the early hours of Wednesday. The quake happened around 44 kilometres (27 miles) from Khost in southeastern Afghanistan, at a depth of 51 kilometres, according to the USGS. So yet, no immediate reports of damage or deaths have been made. Shaking was felt by around 119 million people in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India across a 500-kilometer radius, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). A minor earthquake shook Islamabad and other parts of Pakistan, according to Pakistani media. "In Islamabad, there has been a massive EARTHQUAKE! Greetings from Allah! I hope you're all doing well! All of us are protected by Allah Taala. Thank you, Amen "remarked one of the Pakistani Twitter users. Tremors were also reported in Lahore, Multan, Quetta, and other Pakistani cities. The earthquake was felt for a few seconds, according to the Namal, and drove people fleeing into the streets. There were no recorded deaths or property damage. Several Pakistani cities, including Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, and Multan, were rattled by a 5.0 magnitude earthquake on Friday. According to Geo News, the shocks were also felt in Faisalabad, Abbottabad, Swat, Buner, Kohat, and Malakand. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

6.1 magnitude earthquake shakes Afghanistan, Pakistan

An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude has struck south eastern Afghanistan overnight. At least, 920 people have been killed and over 600 are injured. The earthquake struck about 44 kilometers from the city of Khost near the border with Pakistan, tremors were reportedly felt by about 190 million people in Pakistan, Afghanistan and India.

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The Eastern border province of Afghanistan was jolted by an earthquake of magnitude 6.1 with more than 600 injured. Reportedly, the death toll in the Afghanistan earthquake has risen to 950.

Massive 6.1 Quake jolts Afghanistan

<p>At least 1000 people were killed and over 600 injured after an earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, an official said.The victims died when the roofs of their houses collapsed in the Guyana district in the eastern province of Paktika. The earthquake was magnitude 6.1, according to the US Geological Survey.</p>

<p>Local authorities said that the earthquake demolished numerous homes, and they are working to recover the dead from the rubble.</p>

<p>Social media users posted images of the Paktika province's destroyed homes, rubble, and people on stretchers. Rescuers were reportedly approaching by helicopter, according to the state-run Bakhtar news agency.</p>

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<p>“A severe earthquake shook four districts of Paktika province, killing and injuring hundreds of our countrymen and destroying dozens of houses,” Bilal Karimi, a deputy spokesman for the Taliban government, wrote on Twitter. “We urge all aid agencies to send teams to the area immediately to prevent further catastrophe.”<br />
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<p>The earthquake was recorded as having a magnitude of 6.1 in neighbouring Pakistan. Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, and other areas of the eastern Punjab province experienced tremors.</p>

<p>According to the European Seismological Center (EMSC), 119 million people in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan felt the earthquake's shocks over a distance of 500 kilometres (310 miles).</p>

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At least 1000 people were killed and over 600 injured after an earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, an official said.The victims died when the roofs of their houses collapsed in the Guyana district in the eastern province of Paktika.

At least 1000 people were killed and over 600 injured after an earthquake hit eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, an official said.The victims died when the roofs of their houses collapsed in the Guyana district in the eastern province of Paktika. The earthquake was magnitude 6.1, according to the US Geological Survey. Local authorities said that the earthquake demolished numerous homes, and they are working to recover the dead from the rubble. Social media users posted images of the Paktika province's destroyed homes, rubble, and people on stretchers. Rescuers were reportedly approaching by helicopter, according to the state-run Bakhtar news agency. Many homes, precious lives have been lost in Paktika province due to last night’s earthquake. Foreign aid organizations should direct their aid towards Paktika. pic.twitter.com/2Kfbz9k5cU — Muhammad Jalal (@MJalal313) June 22, 2022 × Forte #terremoto in #Afghanistan nella provincia di #Paktika. Si contano già 255 morti. pic.twitter.com/ID9M6GXem5 — ROBERTO ZICHITTELLA (@ROBZIK) June 22, 2022 × “A severe earthquake shook four districts of Paktika province, killing and injuring hundreds of our countrymen and destroying dozens of houses,” Bilal Karimi, a deputy spokesman for the Taliban government, wrote on Twitter. “We urge all aid agencies to send teams to the area immediately to prevent further catastrophe.” The earthquake was recorded as having a magnitude of 6.1 in neighbouring Pakistan. Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, and other areas of the eastern Punjab province experienced tremors. According to the European Seismological Center (EMSC), 119 million people in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan felt the earthquake's shocks over a distance of 500 kilometres (310 miles). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

At least 1000 people killed and 600 wounded after magnitude-6.1 earthquake hits eastern Afghanistan

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 has been reported in Afghanistan. Reportedly, at least 255 people have been killed and hundreds more have been injured.

6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Afghanistan

<p>During the 50th session of the Human Rights Council, the participants analysed in detail the violations of child rights in conflict zones and drew particular attention to the negative consequences of madrasas in the indoctrination of children - a violation of their right to education in Afghanistan and Pakistan.</p>

<p>The meeting witnessed the presence of civil society organizations, journalists, experts, human rights activists, researchers, diplomats and panelists.</p>

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<p>The debate was held at the Hotel Montrbrillant-Cornavin, Geneva, on June 14, 2022, on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of the Child in Conflict Zones: Situation of Child Soldiers.</p>

<p>Among other issues that were discussed in the meeting were the root causes of recruitment and forced conscription of children in conflicts in Africa and in Asia principally in the Sahel region, in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, Mali, Somalia, in Afghanistan, in Syria, in Iraq, in Yemen, and in Ukraine.</p>

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<p>The council discussed the grave violations of child rights regarding murder, recruitment, mutilation, or denial of humanitarian access.</p>

<p>The meeting highlighted the importance of the promotion of good practices regarding the protection and reintegration of child soldiers.</p>

<p>The participants called for the adoption of a preventive strategy through monitoring, education, as well as the protection of schools during armed conflict.</p>

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<p>They equally called for the popularization, through an awareness-raising campaign, of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the effective implementation of the Optional Protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict, and the sale of children, child prostitution and pornography involving children, as per the media portal.</p>

<p>They requested the strengthening of monitoring mechanisms and encouraged the development of networks of civil society organizations in the area of advocacy for the cause of children.</p>

<p>A decision to submit a written communication at the 51st session of the Human Rights Council, in view of sensitizing the Member States of the Council to integrate the issue of the protection of children in the Council`s debates.&nbsp;</p>

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During the 50th session of the Human Rights Council, the participants analysed in detail the violations of child rights in conflict zones and drew particular attention to the negative consequences of madrasas in the indoctrination of children - a violation of their right to education in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

During the 50th session of the Human Rights Council, the participants analysed in detail the violations of child rights in conflict zones and drew particular attention to the negative consequences of madrasas in the indoctrination of children - a violation of their right to education in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The meeting witnessed the presence of civil society organizations, journalists, experts, human rights activists, researchers, diplomats and panelists. Also read | 'He kept on sexually molesting me': Pakistan cricket Board suspends coach after shocking allegations The debate was held at the Hotel Montrbrillant-Cornavin, Geneva, on June 14, 2022, on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of the Child in Conflict Zones: Situation of Child Soldiers. Among other issues that were discussed in the meeting were the root causes of recruitment and forced conscription of children in conflicts in Africa and in Asia principally in the Sahel region, in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, Mali, Somalia, in Afghanistan, in Syria, in Iraq, in Yemen, and in Ukraine. Watch | Pakistan: PPP will form next government, says former president Zardari The council discussed the grave violations of child rights regarding murder, recruitment, mutilation, or denial of humanitarian access. The meeting highlighted the importance of the promotion of good practices regarding the protection and reintegration of child soldiers. The participants called for the adoption of a preventive strategy through monitoring, education, as well as the protection of schools during armed conflict. Also read | India grants e-visas to Sikhs, Hindus in Afghanistan in wake of Kabul gurudwara attack: Report They equally called for the popularization, through an awareness-raising campaign, of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the effective implementation of the Optional Protocol on the involvement of children in armed conflict, and the sale of children, child prostitution and pornography involving children, as per the media portal. They requested the strengthening of monitoring mechanisms and encouraged the development of networks of civil society organizations in the area of advocacy for the cause of children. A decision to submit a written communication at the 51st session of the Human Rights Council, in view of sensitizing the Member States of the Council to integrate the issue of the protection of children in the Council`s debates. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The international community is in shock over the brutal attack on minorities in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. India has now raised concern over the Gurudwara attack in Kabul and has decided to grant 100+ E-Visas to religious minorities from Afghanistan.

India raises concern over Kabul attack: India to grant 100+ E-Visas to religious minorities from Afghanistan

Twin blasts have rocked Afghanistan's Kabul city with Gunmen storming into Gurudwara premises. Is there no place for minorities in Afghanistan? Watch this report.

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Taliban in Afghanistan has put up posters across Kandahar as it imposes strict hijab rules. The poster said that Women without hijabs look like animals.

Taliban put up posters across Kandahar: 'Women without hijabs look like animals'

<p>Taliban on Thursday failed to explain the closure of girls` schools in Afghanistan to the UN after the Taliban earlier backtracked within a few hours of announcing the reopening of girls` schools.</p>

<p>The UN Rapporteur for Afghanistan Human Rights, Richard Bennett said that "specific reasons were not given" for the closure of girls` schools in Afghanistan.</p>

<p>"The reason... they said there technical reasons. Specific reasons were not given and I was not told that they would remain closed. I was told and I repeat this that a committee will be... is working on it and will be reporting. I pressed them for when that report would be made and when.. schools will reopened," Bennet told Tolo News in an interview.</p>

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<p>Many gatherings of the Islamic scholars and human rights watchdogs called on the Taliban to reopen schools for female students above grade six.</p>

<p>Recently a gathering in the western province of Badghis called for the reopening of schools for female students in grade 6-12, reported Tolo News.</p>

<p>Following a request from religious scholars in Badghis to reopen girls` schools above sixth grade, former president Hamid Karzai on Twitter called on the Taliban to respect the voice of the Afghan people and religious scholars and to reopen girls` schools.</p>

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<p>The girls` schools beyond grade six have been closed for more than 270 days, reported Tolo News.</p>

<p>"We are concerned that our rights have been taken from us. This basic right is ensured in religion and in government," said Sehat, a female student.</p>

<p>Afghan women are staring at a bleak future due to a number of restrictions imposed by the Taliban governing aspects of their lives within ten months of Afghanistan`s takeover.</p>

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<p>Women are no longer allowed to travel unless accompanied by men related to them. Random checks are being conducted on public transport to see if women are indeed accompanied by related men and taxis and buses are often refusing to take women passengers in the first place to avoid the ire of the Taliban`s moral police.</p>

<p>The UN Rapporteur earlier concluded an 11-day visit to Afghanistan. Bennet told Tolo News that Afghan women must play a full role in society based on the international human rights standard.</p>

<p>"It is a tragedy that girls are missing almost one year of school at the secondary level. This is an important generation. A generation that needs to be... so they can be the future of Afghanistan and women must play a full role in Afghan society, according to international human rights standards," he said.</p>

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Taliban on Thursday failed to explain the closure of girls` schools in Afghanistan to the UN after the Taliban earlier backtracked within a few hours of announcing the reopening of girls` schools.

Taliban on Thursday failed to explain the closure of girls` schools in Afghanistan to the UN after the Taliban earlier backtracked within a few hours of announcing the reopening of girls` schools. The UN Rapporteur for Afghanistan Human Rights, Richard Bennett said that "specific reasons were not given" for the closure of girls` schools in Afghanistan. "The reason... they said there technical reasons. Specific reasons were not given and I was not told that they would remain closed. I was told and I repeat this that a committee will be... is working on it and will be reporting. I pressed them for when that report would be made and when.. schools will reopened," Bennet told Tolo News in an interview. Also read | Taliban assure India to act on Pakistan-based terror groups in Afghanistan: Report Many gatherings of the Islamic scholars and human rights watchdogs called on the Taliban to reopen schools for female students above grade six. Recently a gathering in the western province of Badghis called for the reopening of schools for female students in grade 6-12, reported Tolo News. Following a request from religious scholars in Badghis to reopen girls` schools above sixth grade, former president Hamid Karzai on Twitter called on the Taliban to respect the voice of the Afghan people and religious scholars and to reopen girls` schools. Watch | Gravitas: Indian diplomats meet senior Taliban leadership The girls` schools beyond grade six have been closed for more than 270 days, reported Tolo News. "We are concerned that our rights have been taken from us. This basic right is ensured in religion and in government," said Sehat, a female student. Afghan women are staring at a bleak future due to a number of restrictions imposed by the Taliban governing aspects of their lives within ten months of Afghanistan`s takeover. Also read | Taliban regime accountable for rise in illegal trafficking of children in Afghanistan Women are no longer allowed to travel unless accompanied by men related to them. Random checks are being conducted on public transport to see if women are indeed accompanied by related men and taxis and buses are often refusing to take women passengers in the first place to avoid the ire of the Taliban`s moral police. The UN Rapporteur earlier concluded an 11-day visit to Afghanistan. Bennet told Tolo News that Afghan women must play a full role in society based on the international human rights standard. "It is a tragedy that girls are missing almost one year of school at the secondary level. This is an important generation. A generation that needs to be... so they can be the future of Afghanistan and women must play a full role in Afghan society, according to international human rights standards," he said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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