Afghanistan: Explosions in Jalalabad, Sept. 18

Event

Several bomb explosions occurred in Jalalabad, Nangarhar Province, on Sept. 18, leaving at least two people dead and 19 injured. The blasts reportedly occurred near Taliban vehicles. The motive for the attacks is unclear. There have been no claims of responsibility.

Local security personnel will likely remain deployed at the incident sites through Sept. 18. Further attacks are possible. Localized ground travel and business disruptions are likely in areas where security operations are ongoing.

Context

The terrorism threat is likely to remain elevated in the country over the near term. Various armed groups, including the Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K), are opposed to the Taliban and have the capacity to conduct attacks in both rural and urban settings.

Advice

Exercise caution in Jalalabad. Avoid blast sites. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.