Security August 19, 2026
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Mohammad Muhaqiq has attributed the responsibility for the explosion at the Shams-e Hedayat School in western Kabul to the Taliban, stating that around 50 students were injured in the incident.
Mohammad Muhaqiq, leader of the Islamic Unity Party of the People of Afghanistan, has pointed to the Taliban as responsible for the explosion at the private Shams-e Hedayat School in western Kabul. This explosion occurred on Monday, August 26, within the school premises, resulting in injuries to approximately 50 students.
Local sources report that two individuals on a motorcycle threw two hand grenades into the school grounds. This information has not yet been independently confirmed, but the occurrence of the incident has been acknowledged.
In response to the explosion, Muhaqiq stated that the Taliban, as the ruling group, are responsible for the protection of citizens’ lives and property. He condemned the incident as a reflection of the brutality and mercilessness of its perpetrators.
The explosion took place at 4:30 PM, and Muhaqiq emphasized the Taliban’s duty to protect people in regions under their control. He asserted that this reality heightens their responsibility for ensuring security.
While the Taliban have confirmed the occurrence of the explosion, they have not provided further details regarding the incident or its culprits. This event underscores the security challenges in Afghanistan that are impacting the daily lives of its citizens.