Afghanistan: 31 killed in explosion April 22 /update 1

Event

Official sources have confirmed that 31 civilians were killed in a suicide body borne improvised explosive device (BBIED) attack against a Voter Registration Centre in Kabul’s Koche Mahtab Qala, on the morning of Sunday, April 22. At least 50 others were injured, and casualty figures are expected to rise. IS-KP have claimed resposibility for the attack.

Context

The attack occurred at 1000hrs as people were queuing outside the VRC waiting to register in the center. 

Advice

Individuals in Kabul are advised to monitor the situation, avoid the area, and consider routes accordingly.

Due to major security concerns in the country, individuals throughout Afghanistan are urged to keep a safe distance from large gatherings, military convoys, government buildings, and crowded urban areas. Many Western governments advise their citizens against travel to Afghanistan due to the high threat of kidnapping and terrorism, including frequent attacks against Afghan National Defense and Security Forces, local civilians and politicians, and individuals working in the humanitarian and reconstruction fields. Travel to the country should only be undertaken with proper security protocols in place.