Security updated: August 31, 2026
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Mohammad Mohqiq attributed the explosion at the Shama HIDAYAT school in western Kabul to the Taliban, stating that approximately 50 students were injured in the incident.
Mohammad Mohqiq, leader of the Islamic Unity Party of Afghanistan, placed responsibility for the blast at the private Shama HIDAYAT school in western Kabul on the Taliban. The explosion occurred on Monday, August 26, within the school compound, injuring around 50 students.
Local sources report that two motorcyclists threw two grenades into the school premises. While this information has not been independently verified, the occurrence of the incident has been confirmed.
In response to the explosion, Mohqiq stated that the Taliban, as the ruling group, bears the responsibility for protecting the lives and property of civilians. He described this incident as a symbol of the cruelty and brutality of its perpetrators.
The explosion took place at 4:30 PM, and Mohqiq emphasized the Taliban’s duty to protect people in the areas under their control. He remarked that this reality underscores the Taliban’s responsibility to ensure security.
The Taliban have confirmed the occurrence of the explosion but did not provide further details about the details or the perpetrators. This incident reflects the ongoing security challenges in Afghanistan that continue to impact the daily lives of its citizens.