26 Apr 2019 | 03:26 PM UTC
Afghanistan: Unconfirmed reports of gunfire in Kabul April 26
Unconfirmed reports of small arms fire in PD6 area of Kabul April 26; avoid the area
Event
Small arms fire was reported in the PD6 area of Kabul around 19:30 (local time) on Friday, April 26. According to local sources, the incident occurred in the vicinity of Darulaman Road. Details are still emerging; avoid the area.
Context
Taliban and Islamic State (IS) militants launch attacks on government personnel, security forces, and civilians in Afghanistan on a near-daily basis. Such assaults are, in part, intended to undermine the perceived capacity of Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) - and the Afghan government more broadly - to adequately provide security in the wake of the withdrawal of most US-led NATO forces from the country.
Advice
Individuals in Kabul are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the areas of the blast, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities or their home governments.
The security environment in Afghanistan remains complex. Although travel is possible in some areas, other areas should be considered strictly off limits. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to travel.
