Local sources in Kandahar have reported a devastating incident in which two young siblings lost their lives as a result of a mortar shell explosion in the province.
According to these sources, the heartbreaking incident occurred on Monday morning, June 26, in the Tawancha area of the Shah Wali Kot district in Kandahar province.
The two children, who were playing together in a field, tragically became victims of the mortar shell explosion.
This heart-wrenching event follows a recent occurrence in the same province where two children were killed and another child was injured due to a mine explosion and the presence of unexploded ordnance.
Meanwhile, additional reports from Kandahar indicate that a vehicle overturned on a bridge, plunging into the river below, resulting in one fatality and two injuries.
According to sources, this incident took place earlier today (Monday, June 26) in the Spin Boldak district of the province.
The health condition of one of the injured individuals from this incident has been reported as critical.
It is crucial to highlight the alarming increase in traffic-related incidents in recent times.
Poor road conditions and the negligence of drivers are identified as significant factors contributing to the prevalence of traffic accidents throughout the country.