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UN reports 42 children injured in Kabul education centre blast
A blast at an educational facility in the Afghan capital has left at least 42 children wounded, according to the United Nations. The incident underscores ongoing security concerns affecting civilian populations in Kabul.
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An explosion at an education centre in Kabul has injured at least 42 children, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan reported on Tuesday. The blast occurred on Monday at the facility, which serves as a learning hub for local students.
The UN mission called for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, citing the need to establish what triggered the explosion. Such attacks on educational institutions have become a recurring concern in Afghanistan, where civilian infrastructure remains vulnerable to security threats.
The injured children were treated following the blast, though specific details about the severity of their injuries remain limited. The incident adds to a growing pattern of violence affecting schools and education centres across Afghanistan in recent years.
The United Nations has consistently highlighted the impact of armed conflict on Afghan civilians, particularly children and their access to education. This latest incident underscores the precarious security situation facing ordinary residents in Kabul despite international efforts to stabilise the country.