

Recent deadly earthquake in Afghanistan killed at least 2,200 people and reduced scores of buildings to rubble. Centuries-old customs and Taliban gender rules are making the tragedy even worse for Afghan women. Women have often been the last to be rescued, or not rescued at all, due to ‘no skin contact with unrelated males’ rule.

Afghanistan Earthquake: Taliban's 'No Skin Contact With Males' Rule Leaves Women Under Rubble

The 6.0 magnitude earthquake in north-eastern Afghanistan on the night of August 31 wiped out dozens of villages in remote mountainous regions, with the death toll running into several thousands. In Afghanistan, a natural calamity has to be seen in the backdrop of the country's already deep suffering - a sinking economy, shrivelling human rights and worse. The top story on Inside South Asia this week. 


Deadly Afghanistan's earthquake: 'Crisis within a crisis'

Hundreds more bodies have been recovered from houses in mountain villages destroyed by a major earthquake in Afghanistan early this week, pushing the death toll to over 2,200, according to a Taliban government spokesperson.


Afghanistan earthquake: Three quakes in a week leave thousands dead & homeless

A third earthquake has struck southeastern Afghanistan, marking the third major tremor in days that have collectively killed over 2,200 people and injured more than 3,600. Thousands of homes in provinces like Kunar and Nangarhar have been destroyed, leaving tens of thousands displaced. Aid agencies warn of worsening humanitarian conditions amid funding cuts and challenging Taliban policies. Rescue efforts continue as survivors face an uncertain future.


Afghanistan quake death toll rises to 2,200 

A third earthquake has struck southeastern Afghanistan, marking the third major tremor in days that have collectively killed over 2,200 people and injured more than 3,600. Thousands of homes in provinces like Kunar and Nangarhar have been destroyed, leaving tens of thousands displaced. Aid agencies warn of worsening humanitarian conditions amid funding cuts and challenging Taliban policies. Rescue efforts continue as survivors face an uncertain future.



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Afghanistan Earthquake: Afghanistan has been hit by multiple earthquakes in just a few days, leaving thousands dead and communities devastated. Let's break down why Afghanistan is prone to frequent earthquakes and why these natural disasters have such catastrophic impacts.


Afghanistan Earthquake: Why Even Moderate Quakes Turn Deadly in Afghanistan

Third Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan Rising Death Toll To 2,200 | Quake Survivors Face Aid Crunch

A third earthquake has struck southeastern Afghanistan, marking the third major tremor in days that have collectively killed over 2,200 people and injured more than 3,600. Thousands of homes in provinces like Kunar and Nangarhar have been destroyed, leaving tens of thousands displaced. Aid agencies warn of worsening humanitarian conditions amid funding cuts and challenging Taliban policies. Rescue efforts continue as survivors face an uncertain future.

Third earthquake strikes Afghanistan: Over 2000 dead since magnitude 6.0 quake

Earthquake Horror in Afghanistan... Over 1,400 people declared dead, thousands believed buried -- as dozens of villages are reduced to rubble.


Afghanistan: Over 2,205 people dead & 3640 injured in magnitude-6. 0 earthquake

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, shaking several provinces and causing panic among residents. Emergency teams are assessing damage and checking for casualties as aftershocks continue.

Afghanistan Earthquake: 1,400+ Killed, 3,000 Injured; India Sends 21 Tonnes of Aid 

Afghanistan earthquake: India sends 21 tonnes humanitarian assistance to Kabul

The death toll from Afghanistan’s catastrophic earthquake has exceeded 1,400, as rescuers struggle through the mountainous terrain to reach survivors. A second strong aftershock has worsened devastation and hampered relief operations.

Afghanistan's second earthquake toll rises | India, Iran, UK, Japan & EU pledge aid 

Another powerful earthquake has struck Eastern Afghanistan, intensifying the humanitarian crisis just days after a deadly quake killed hundreds. Watch the video to find out more on this!

Afghanistan earthquake: over 1400 killed as rescuers race against time to find survivors 

Afghanistan: Rescue operations continue in eastern Afghanistan following a devastating earthquake that killed hundreds and injured thousands. India has extended humanitarian aid to the affected regions, while teams work tirelessly to save survivors trapped under rubble.


Afghanistan earthquake: rescue operations continue As India extends support 

Afghanistan: Rescue operations continue in eastern Afghanistan following a devastating earthquake that killed hundreds and injured thousands. India has extended humanitarian aid to the affected regions, while teams work tirelessly to save survivors trapped under rubble.

Afghanistan: Rescue Operations Continue, India Extends Support 

A catastrophic 6.0 earthquake hit Afghanistan overnight on Sunday (Aug 31) killing over 800 and injuring more than 2,500. Scroll down to see heartbreaking images of the devastation suffered by the South Asian nation.

Aftershocks of sorrow: Inside the aftermath of Afghanistan's deadly 6.0 earthquake that killed over 800, injured 2500

Afghanistan Earthquake: A powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing over 800 people and injuring thousands. Rescue operations are underway as teams search for survivors trapped under rubble.

Afghanistan Earthquake: India Sends Aid After Earthquake Kills Over 800 People

A powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, killing over 800 people and injuring thousands. Rescue operations are underway as teams search for survivors trapped under rubble.

Afghanistan Earthquake: UN Sends Relief, PM Modi Offers Support as Quake Kills 800 

A powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, leaving over 800 dead and thousands injured. Rescue operations are underway as survivors search for loved ones trapped under debris. India has extended humanitarian assistance, sending food and relief supplies, while the UN has also rushed aid to affected areas.

Afghanistan Quake :Rescue Operations Continue, India Extends Humanitarian Assistance 



A powerful earthquake has struck southwestern Afghanistan, leaving at least 800 people dead and over 1,000 injured, according to officials. The quake has caused widespread destruction in remote villages, flattening mud homes and overwhelming local hospitals and rescue teams.

Afghanistan Earthquake: 800 killed After 6.3 Magnitude Earthquake; More Than 2500 Injured

#GRAVITAS | A magnitude 6.0 earthquake left over 800 people dead and thousands injured in Eastern Afghanistan. Entire villages have been reduced to rubble and dozens of houses destroyed. In what is being feared as one of Afghanistan's worst earthquakes. The question is: why is Afghanistan frequently prone to earthquakes. Watch this video to find out more. 


Afghanistan earthquake: 6.0 magnitude quake wreaks havoc in eastern Afghanistan

#GRAVITAS | A magnitude 6.0 earthquake left over 800 people dead and thousands injured in Eastern Afghanistan. Entire villages have been reduced to rubble and dozens of houses destroyed. In what is being feared as one of Afghanistan's worst earthquakes. The question is: why is Afghanistan frequently prone to earthquakes. Watch this video to find out more. 

Afghanistan: A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing over 800  people and injuring many others. Watch the video to know more updates on this!


Afghanistan earthquake: why Afghanistan is prone to earthquakes explained

Afghanistan: A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing over 800  people and injuring many others. Watch the video to know more updates on this!

Magnitude 6.0 quake jolts Afghanistan's Nangarhar province 

A powerful and devastating earthquake has struck Afghanistan, leaving more than 500 people dead and over 800 injured. Rescue operations are underway as authorities and humanitarian agencies rush to respond to the crisis. Homes have collapsed, infrastructure has been damaged, and survivors are still being pulled from the rubble.

Afghanistan earthquake: Over 800 dead, epicenter reported near Jalalabad

Afghanistan: A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing 622 people and injuring many others. Watch the video to know more updates on this!


Afghanistan earthquake: Jalalabad shaken by deadly 6.0 quake , at least 622 people dead

Afghanistan: A powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Jalalabad, Afghanistan, killing 622 people and injuring many others.


Afghanistan: Jalalabad Shaken by Deadly 6.0 Quake , Killing 622 People and Injuring Many 

Afghanistan earthquake: Deadly earthquake jolts Afghanistan; over 800 killed, over 100 injured

Afghanistan earthquake: The death toll from the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Afghanistan overnight has risen alarmingly, with the country's Interior Ministry reporting that over 800 people have been confirmed dead. The death toll may rise further. Over a thousand others have been injured. "610 people were killed and 1,300 were injured in Kunar province, with numerous houses destroyed", spokesperson Abdul Mateen Qani said earlier, adding that in Nangarhar province 12 people were killed and another 255 injured.Previously, in a statement, the Kunar Disaster Management Authority said that at least 250 people were killed and 500 have been injured in Nur Gul, Soki, Watpur, Manogi, and Chapadare districts. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck at 11:47 pm local time (1917 GMT), with its epicentre about 27 kilometres northeast of Jalalabad in Nangarhar Province. The tremors originated at a shallow depth of eight kilometres, amplifying their impact. Just 20 minutes later, a 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the same region, according to USGS. It was then followed by another aftershock, this one of 5.2 magnitude. Both the aftershocks happened at a depth of 10&nbsp;km (6.21 miles).<h2>Orange ‘significant casualties’ alert in place&nbsp;</h2>In the aftermath of the earthquake, an orange alert was issued by the USGS PAGER system, which predicts economic and human loss after earthquakes. It said that "Significant casualties are likely, and the disaster is potentially widespread. Past events with this alert level have required a regional or national level response".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/deadly-6-0-earthquake-rocks-afghanistan-at-least-9-killed-including-2-children-1756689621194">Deadly 6.0 earthquake rocks Afghanistan; At least 9 killed, including 2 children</a><h2>Taliban confirms human casualties</h2>On X, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said, "Sadly, tonight's earthquake has caused loss of life and property damage in some of our eastern provinces." He added that “Local officials and residents are currently engaged in rescue efforts for the affected people. Support teams from the center and nearby provinces are also on their way, and all available resources will be utilised to save lives.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sadly, tonight&#39;s earthquake has caused loss of life and property damage in some of our eastern provinces. Local officials and residents are currently engaged in rescue efforts for the affected people. Support teams from the center and nearby provinces are also on their way,&mdash; Zabihullah (..ذبـــــیح الله م ) (@Zabehulah_M33) <a href="https://twitter.com/Zabehulah_M33/status/1962271404436369530?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The death toll from the powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on Sunday has risen to at least 622 people.

Afghanistan earthquake: The death toll from the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Afghanistan overnight has risen alarmingly, with the country's Interior Ministry reporting that over 800 people have been confirmed dead. The death toll may rise further. Over a thousand others have been injured. "610 people were killed and 1,300 were injured in Kunar province, with numerous houses destroyed", spokesperson Abdul Mateen Qani said earlier, adding that in Nangarhar province 12 people were killed and another 255 injured. Previously, in a statement, the Kunar Disaster Management Authority said that at least 250 people were killed and 500 have been injured in Nur Gul, Soki, Watpur, Manogi, and Chapadare districts. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck at 11:47 pm local time (1917 GMT), with its epicentre about 27 kilometres northeast of Jalalabad in Nangarhar Province. The tremors originated at a shallow depth of eight kilometres, amplifying their impact. Just 20 minutes later, a 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the same region, according to USGS. It was then followed by another aftershock, this one of 5.2 magnitude. Both the aftershocks happened at a depth of 10 km (6.21 miles). Orange ‘significant casualties’ alert in place In the aftermath of the earthquake, an orange alert was issued by the USGS PAGER system, which predicts economic and human loss after earthquakes. It said that "Significant casualties are likely, and the disaster is potentially widespread. Past events with this alert level have required a regional or national level response". Also read | Deadly 6.0 earthquake rocks Afghanistan; At least 9 killed, including 2 children Taliban confirms human casualties On X, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said, "Sadly, tonight's earthquake has caused loss of life and property damage in some of our eastern provinces." He added that “Local officials and residents are currently engaged in rescue efforts for the affected people. Support teams from the center and nearby provinces are also on their way, and all available resources will be utilised to save lives.”

The death toll from the powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on Sunday has risen to at least 622 people.

Afghanistan earthquake: 6.0 magnitude quake killed over 800, confirms Taliban Interior Ministry

A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday (Aug 31), killing at least two children and injuring more than a dozen others, local officials said. The death toll may be higher, Reuters, citing Ajmal Darwaish, spokesperson for the Nangarhar province’s health department, reports that at least nine people were killed and 25 were injured.&nbsp;<h2>What happened?</h2>The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck at 11:47 pm local time (1917 GMT), with its epicentre about 27 kilometres northeast of Jalalabad in Nangarhar Province. The tremors originated at a shallow depth of eight kilometres, amplifying their impact. Just 20 minutes later, a 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the same region, according to USGS. It was then followed by another aftershock, this one of 5.2 magnitude. Both the aftershocks happened at a depth of 10km (6.21 miles).&nbsp;Provincial authorities said the two children died when the roof of their home collapsed. At least 15 others were injured, with damage reported across several districts.&nbsp;The quake was felt hundreds of kilometres away, shaking buildings in Kabul and even Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, which is around 370 kilometres from the epicentre, according to AFP.<h2>Taliban confirms human casualties</h2>On X, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said, "Sadly, tonight's earthquake has caused loss of life and property damage in some of our eastern provinces." He added that "Local officials and residents are currently engaged in rescue efforts for the affected people. Support teams from the center and nearby provinces are also on their way, and all available resources will be utilised to save lives."

An orange alert has been issued by the USGS PAGER system, which predicts economic and human loss after earthquakes. It said that "Significant casualties are likely and the disaster is potentially widespread. Past events with this alert level have required a regional or national level response".&nbsp;Earthquakes are common in Afghanistan, particularly near the Hindu Kush mountains where major tectonic plates converge. The country's vulnerability is worsened by poor infrastructure, which often leads to high casualties during strong tremors.&nbsp;The disaster came just a day after flash floods in Nangarhar killed five people and destroyed farmland and property, piling further strain on local communities.

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border, killing at least 9 people and injuring over 115. The shallow quake, which hit late Sunday, was centred near Jalalabad in Nangarhar province and was followed by multiple aftershocks.

A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday (Aug 31), killing at least two children and injuring more than a dozen others, local officials said. The death toll may be higher, Reuters, citing Ajmal Darwaish, spokesperson for the Nangarhar province’s health department, reports that at least nine people were killed and 25 were injured. What happened? The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the quake struck at 11:47 pm local time (1917 GMT), with its epicentre about 27 kilometres northeast of Jalalabad in Nangarhar Province. The tremors originated at a shallow depth of eight kilometres, amplifying their impact. Just 20 minutes later, a 4.5 magnitude earthquake hit the same region, according to USGS. It was then followed by another aftershock, this one of 5.2 magnitude. Both the aftershocks happened at a depth of 10km (6.21 miles). Provincial authorities said the two children died when the roof of their home collapsed. At least 15 others were injured, with damage reported across several districts. The quake was felt hundreds of kilometres away, shaking buildings in Kabul and even Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, which is around 370 kilometres from the epicentre, according to AFP. Taliban confirms human casualties On X, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said, "Sadly, tonight's earthquake has caused loss of life and property damage in some of our eastern provinces." He added that "Local officials and residents are currently engaged in rescue efforts for the affected people. Support teams from the center and nearby provinces are also on their way, and all available resources will be utilised to save lives."

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan near the Pakistan border, killing at least 9 people and injuring over 115. The shallow quake, which hit late Sunday, was centred near Jalalabad in Nangarhar province and was followed by multiple aftershocks.

Deadly 6.0 earthquake rocks Afghanistan; At least 9 killed, including 2 children

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