UNSC denounces violence in Afghanistan
(VOVWORLD) - The UN Security Council condemns targeted attacks against civilians in Afghanistan. It released a statement on Saturday after a car bomb blast killed at least 8 people, injured 50 others, and damaged 14 houses in Herat province in western Afghanistan.
 The scene of the car bomb in Herat province, Afghanistan, on March 13, 2021. (Photo: VNA) |
The UNSC has stressed the need for full, equal, and meaningful participation of women in this regard and encouraged parties to the negotiations to reduce violence.
The car bomb explosion occurred around 10 pm on Friday (local time) near the police station in Herat province. Herat Governor Sayed Abdul Wahid Qatali said several women and children were among the dead. No one claimed responsibility for the bombing but local officials blamed Taliban insurgents.