11 Dec 2024 | 11:20 AM UTC
Afghanistan: Explosion reported in Kabul Dec. 11
Authorities responding to explosion at Ministry of Repatriation and Refugees in Kabul, Afghanistan. Casualties reported.
Authorities will likely maintain increased security around the Ministry of Repatriation and Refugees in Kabul following a reported explosion in the facility on Dec. 11. Initial reports indicate the Minister of Refugees, Khalil Haqqani, was killed in the blast, with multiple people injured. The cause of the blast remains unclear. Local officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Heightened security and associated transport disruptions will likely affect the vicinity of the Ministry. Further isolated security incidents cannot be ruled out. Associated business disruptions are possible.
Avoid the incident site until officials issue the all-clear. Exercise a high degree of caution if operating in Kabul. Allow additional travel time near the affected area. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
