11 Aug 2022 | 12:34 PM UTC
Afghanistan: One person killed in explosion at religious school in Kabul Aug. 11
Explosion occurred at school in Shas Derak area of Kabul, Afghanistan, Aug. 11. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.
Event
An explosion occurred at a seminary in the Sash Derak area of central Kabul Aug. 11. Local media sources indicate the blast was caused by a suicide bombing. The blast has reportedly killed Sheikh Rahimullah Haqqani, a senior religious leader closely affiliated with the Taliban, and wounded multiple others; officials will likely provide updates on casualties in the coming hours.
Authorities will almost certainly maintain a heightened security posture in the coming hours near the incident scene. Security personnel may close roadways near the blast site, prompting localized transport disruptions.
Advice
Avoid the area until officials give the all-clear. Follow all instructions from local authorities. Allow additional travel time to reach destinations in the impact area.
