Powerful 6.3 earthquake hits northern Afghanistan, at least 20 dead
A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan before dawn Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring over 300. The quake’s epicentre was near Khulm, affecting Balkh, Samangan, and Baghlan provinces. Rescue teams have reached the affected areas, while Taliban officials expressed grief and launched relief operations. The UN said …