Islamic State Khorasan has taken credit for the suicide bombing at a Chinese restaurant in Kabul, resulting in seven fatalities and 13 injuries. The explosion occurred in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw area around 3 pm local time on Monday.
Taliban officials confirmed that among the seven individuals killed, one was a Chinese national. Additionally, at least 13 people sustained injuries in the attack. The restaurant was a popular spot for foreigners, including Chinese visitors.
According to a statement from the IS-affiliated Amaq news agency, the suicide bomber targeted Chinese nationals and their security personnel at the restaurant. IS-K claimed that the casualties, totaling 25, also included Taliban members who were present at the scene. The attack was allegedly motivated by China’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims.
Following the Kabul restaurant bombing, the Chinese Embassy in Kabul highlighted the fragile security situation in Afghanistan. It advised Chinese citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan temporarily and to exercise caution if already in the country. The embassy also recommended that Chinese companies and residents in Afghanistan adhere to local laws and enhance personal security measures.
