A deadly explosion outside a Chinese restaurant in Kabul, Afghanistan, resulted in casualties, including the death of a Chinese national. Beijing has issued a warning advising Chinese citizens against traveling to Afghanistan in the near future. Chinese authorities have demanded that Afghanistan prioritize treating the injured, enhance security for Chinese citizens and assets, and investigate and punish those responsible for the attack.
Chinese officials from the Embassy in Afghanistan have visited the hospital where the wounded are receiving treatment to offer condolences. China strongly denounces terrorism in all its forms and stands in solidarity with Afghanistan and regional countries in combating terrorist activities. Due to the current security situation in Afghanistan, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates its advisory for Chinese nationals and entities in the country to heighten security awareness, reinforce safety measures, and evacuate from high-risk zones promptly.
Reports indicate that ISIS-Khorasan has claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at the Chinese restaurant in Kabul. The attack, which occurred in the Shahr-e-Naw district, resulted in casualties, with seven individuals, including a Chinese citizen, losing their lives and several others sustaining injuries. The ISIS-affiliated Amaq news agency reported that the suicide bomber targeted the restaurant where Chinese nationals and their security personnel were present, leading to casualties among Afghan civilians and Taliban members guarding the premises.
