The recent floods are a heartbreaking reminder of the challenges faced by the Afghan people, who continue to suffer the consequences of natural disasters amid a deep humanitarian crisis.

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At least 29 people have lost their lives and 6 have been injured in the regions of Farah and Kandahar, in western and southwestern Afghanistan, respectively, due to devastating floods.

The Afghan television network Ariana reported that the most severe incident occurred in the Qala-e-Kah district, where 21 people died and 6 others were injured, according to Mohammad Israel, head of disaster management in Farah.

In Kandahar, authorities have confirmed that at least 11 people were killed or injured in various areas affected by the floods. This natural disaster adds to a series of tragedies that have struck Afghanistan, a country frequently faced with disasters such as landslides and floods.

The recent floods are a heartbreaking reminder of the challenges faced by the Afghan people, who continue to suffer the consequences of natural disasters amid a deep humanitarian crisis.

In 2024, floods were recorded that buried entire villages and caused the deaths of 342 people in the north of the country.

Afghanistan is considered one of the ten countries most vulnerable to climate change, facing extreme conditions including floods, droughts, and sandstorms. The situation is exacerbated by decades of armed conflict that have left the country in a state of devastation.

Since the Taliban took power in 2021, the economic and social crisis has intensified, and the de facto government has faced criticism from international organizations, remaining largely isolated in the geopolitical arena.

This tragic event highlights not only the fragility of Afghanistan’s natural environment but also the precariousness of a nation struggling to recover from multiple simultaneous crises.

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