Strong earthquake in Afghanistan: death toll exceeds 600 people

Devastating earthquake in Afghanistan: death toll reaches 622 people, more than 1500 injured

This tragic incident was reported by Reuters agency, citing official information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Afghanistan.

Currently, rescue teams are actively working at the disaster site, clearing debris and evacuating the wounded to safe zones.

Earlier, RTA channel, based on data from local authorities, reported about 500 deaths. According to these sources, a significant number of victims are still under the rubble of buildings, which may lead to an increase in the number of casualties from the natural disaster.

Prayers for Afghanistan after a major earthquake hits Kunar. pic.twitter.com/cbdteIJBHZ

— Mansoor Ahmed Qureshi (@MansurQr) September 1, 2025

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan on Sunday, August 31, 2025. The epicenter was located 25 kilometers southwest of Asadabad city in Kunar province.

I hope that one day this pain, which takes its toll on our nation in various ways, will end. pic.twitter.com/5oFqc32YpV

— Political Base Abdul Maroof Azadmanish (@PoliticalBaseMA) August 31, 2025