Islamic State Claims Kabul Hotel Blast, Killing at Least 3
The Islamic State (IS) group has claimed responsibility for a deadly explosion at a hotel in central Kabul on Friday. The attack, confirmed by the group’s Amaq news agency via Telegram, killed at least three people and wounded 18 others.
Key Takeaways
- IS Claims Attack: The Islamic State’s Amaq agency said the group was behind the Kabul hotel blast.
- Casualties: At least 3 killed, 18 wounded according to a security source.
- Location: The explosion hit the Green Palace Hotel in the busy Shahr-e Naw commercial district.
- Taliban Response: No immediate comment from Taliban officials on the IS claim.
Details of the Kabul Hotel Explosion
The blast occurred at the Green Palace Hotel in Kabul’s Shahr-e Naw area, a central commercial zone packed with restaurants and hotels. A security source told Reuters about the casualty figures.
There has been no immediate statement from Taliban authorities regarding the Islamic State’s claim of responsibility.
Persistent Militant Threat in Afghanistan
Islamic State has claimed numerous attacks in Afghanistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. While the Taliban maintains its security forces have defeated the group, officials acknowledge that IS militants continue to carry out assaults.
The attack underscores the ongoing security challenges in the Afghan capital despite the Taliban’s control.
