[Afghanistan] Violence against civilians: Attack

On 9 April 2025, a man was beaten by the bodyguards of the Head of Cultural Affairs at the Kabul Municipality in the Khushal Khan area of District 5 in Kabul city (Kabul, Kabul) following a dispute related to children (Kabul - PD5). The victim succumbed to his injuries following the assault. The official, along with his bodyguards, was arrested by Taliban authorities following the incident. The official was later released while the others remain in custody. 1 fatality.

Severity

HIGH

Occurred

2025-04-09

Country

Afghanistan

Event type

violence

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