SaralnamaA powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on 25 Jun 2023, killing over 600 people and injuring about 1,500. The magnitude 6 quake hit four provinces at midnight, with Kunar region worst affected. Landslides and flooding hampered rescue efforts in the steep, mountainous terrain. Hospitals were overwhelmed with casualties. The Taliban sent doctors and medicine to assist local hospitals. Humanitarian organizations were urged to help in areas only accessible by air. The quake's epicenter was near Jalalabad, close to the Pakistan border. Many mud and rock homes collapsed. Afghanistan, already facing an economic crisis, is prone to deadly earthquakes due to its location on tectonic plates. To help, donate to reputable aid organizations working in the affected areas. (Updated 1 Sep 2025, 14:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on 25 Jun 2023 , killing over 600 people and injuring about 1,500
- The magnitude 6 quake hit four provinces at midnight, with Kunar region worst affected
- Landslides and flooding hampered rescue efforts in the steep, mountainous terrain