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Taliban Investigates Mysterious Kabul Blast, No Injuries Reported
9 Oct
Summary
- Explosion heard in Kabul's Abdul Haq Square
- Taliban government investigating the incident
- No reports of injuries or damage so far
On the evening of October 9, 2025, an explosion was heard in the Afghan capital of Kabul. The blast struck near Abdul Haq Square, close to several government ministries and the national intelligence agency.
The Taliban government's chief spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, stated that the incident is currently under investigation. He assured the public that there were no reports of injuries or damage from the explosion.
Kabul residents also reported hearing a second blast in the Shar-e-Naw neighborhood, but this has not been confirmed by the authorities. The Taliban government is closely monitoring the situation and has deployed security forces to the affected areas.
Despite the initial concerns, the Taliban has sought to downplay the incident, stating that "it's all good and well" and that there is no need for the public to worry. The investigation into the cause and nature of the explosion is ongoing.
