19th December 2025 – (Kabul) A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Hindu Kush mountain region of northern Afghanistan on Friday morning, sending tremors through the capital Kabul and nearby provinces. The quake occurred at 10.04am local time, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences. Initial reports indicated a shallow event typical of the seismically active Hindu Kush, prompting concern among residents who felt sustained shaking.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage. Authorities and monitoring agencies continued to assess the impact across the affected areas.
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