According to the NDPA, the device was discovered after local residents alerted emergency services.
Rahmon “strongly condemned the illegal and provocative actions of Afghan citizens” and ordered authorities “to resolve the issue and prevent the recurrence of such unfortunate incidents.”
Eastern and northeastern Afghanistan, especially regions along its borders with Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Pakistan, are particularly prone to earthquakes.
According to official data, 2,337 foreign citizens were recorded crossing Afghanistan’s borders during the month.
The detainee admitted to his actions during interrogation, expressing deep regret and describing his behavior as the result of ignorance.