Quake-hit villagers dig through rubble in search of loved ones

2 Sep 2025 • 5:57 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's eastern province of Kunar, near Jalalabad, late on Sunday.
  • Villagers were seen desperately digging through rubble with their bare hands in search of loved ones, with footage showing injured people being carried away.
  • The Taliban's chief spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, reported at least 812 fatalities and over 2,500 injuries.
  • The devastating impact was highlighted by one villager who lost seven children, three cousins, and an uncle in the disaster.
  • Watch the video in full above.

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