Afghanistan: Seven killed in explosion in Khogyani district July 25

Event

A roadside bomb explosion targeting a vehicle in the Wazir area of the Khogyani district (Nangarhar province) left seven people dead and wounded at least four others on Thursday, July 25, officials reported. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion.

A heightened security presence and localized disruptions are expected in the vicinity in the coming hours.

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 Khogyani advised to monitor the situation, avoid the area, liaise with their security partner, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home government.

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.