[AfghanDigests] LAST 24 HOURS
- EXPLOSION IN KABUL’S POLICE DISTRICT 4 – An IED that was believed to have targeted a Taliban vehicle detonated prematurely in the Parwan-Se neighborhood. There were no casualties and no reported damage. The area saw an earlier IED attack that also targeted a Taliban vehicle but failed to cause any damage or casualties. Our sources say that ISIS-K has recruited many new young men to their cause and some of these teams lack the technical skill to effectively employ IEDs. If true, our analysis indicates they will become more proficient over time. Sources said the ISIS recruits receive regular pay which raises the question of who may be financing ISIS-K.
- TALIBAN CRACKING DOWN HARD ON CRIMINALS – The Taliban are taking a very strong stance on domestic crime. While much criticism is heaped on the de facto leaders for their poor human rights record, they have put significant effort and resources into curtailing corruption and crime. Over the last two months, we have been able to verify the arrests of at least 12 large criminal gangs that were engaged in narcotics, human trafficking, kidnapping/ransom, and other criminal activities that common citizens fear. They have swelled the ranks of the police and have even added a significant number of female police officers.
CONFLICT TRACKER
Kunar: An unidentified gunman shot and killed as many as 4 non-combatants in Kunar province. The motivation for the attack is currently unknown and the gunman escaped before he could be arrested. No group has claimed credit for the attqck, but eyewitnesses found ISIS-K leaflets near the scene of the shooting.
NEXT 24 HOURS
HEAVY RAIN IN SEVERAL PROVINCES IS EXPECTED TO BRING FLOODING – The central and southeastern portions of the country have received significant rainfall over the past twenty-four hours and more is expected. Flooding has already been reported and travel will be dangerous until the water subsides. Travel plans for at-risk Afghans should be considered carefully.
Mud season? |