26 Apr 2020 | 03:02 AM UTC
Afghanistan: Taliban fires mortar shell at Shaliz village (Ghazni province) April 25
One killed and 12 others injured after Taliban militants fire mortar shell at a residential area in Shaliz village (Ghazni province) on April 25; similar attacks possible over the near term
Event
One civilian was killed, and 12 others injured after Taliban militants fired a mortar shell at a residential area in Shaliz village (Ghazni province) on Saturday, April 25. According to provincial police, the militants fired the shell at 15:00 (local time). The Taliban has not claimed responsibility for the attack.
Similar attacks are possible over the near term.
Context
Taliban and Islamic State (IS) militants launch attacks on government personnel, security forces, and civilians in Afghanistan on a near-daily basis. Such assaults are, in part, intended to undermine the perceived capacity of the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) - and the Afghan government more broadly - to adequately provide security in the wake of the withdrawal of most US-led NATO forces from the country.
Advice
Individuals in Afghanistan are advised to avoid the affected area, remain vigilant for militant activity, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.
The security environment in Afghanistan remains complex. Professional security advice and support should be sought prior to travel.
