Afghanistan earthquake death toll rises over 1,400, thousands injured

An injured Afghan man sits in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, 1 September, 2025.
Reuters

The death toll from Afghanistan’s devastating earthquake has climbed to 1,411, with thousands more injured and widespread destruction reported across the affected areas.

Interim administration spokesman reported on Tuesday that at least 3,124 people were injured and more than 8,000 homes were destroyed in the earthquake.

The disaster has caused extensive damage, leaving communities struggling to cope with the aftermath and urgent humanitarian needs.

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