Afghanistan: Deadly Taliban attack in Ghazni province April 12

Event

More than three dozen people, including security personnel and militants, have been confirmed dead following an attack by the Taliban carried out in Khawja Omari district (Ghazni province; east) on Thursday, April 12. The Taliban launched multi-pronged offensives on security checkpoints in the district at 03:00 (local time), which triggered intense fighting with security forces that persisted for hours. The Taliban have claimed responsibility for the attack.

Context

According to assessments by intelligence agencies and authorities, the Taliban is expected to ramp up its insurgent activities throughout the spring period in order to increase their negotiating position ahead of peace talks with the Afghan government.

Advice

The security environment in Afghanistan remains complex. Although travel is permissible in some areas, other areas should be considered strictly off limits. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to travel.