A deadly explosion at a restaurant in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw district on Monday left two Chinese citizens critically injured and claimed the life of an Afghan security officer. The blast occurred in a fortified area of the Afghan capital, with casualty figures still unconfirmed as of Tuesday, according to Afghanistan’s Interior Ministry spokesperson Abdul Mateen Qani.
The injured Chinese nationals were rushed to a local hospital and remain in critical condition, underscoring growing security concerns in the region. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, which is currently under investigation by Afghan authorities.
This incident highlights ongoing instability in Afghanistan, a factor closely monitored by global investors and businesses eyeing Central Asian markets. China, which has deepened economic ties with Afghanistan in recent years, issued a travel advisory in late 2025 urging caution for its citizens abroad.
For the Asian diaspora and international travelers, the blast serves as a reminder to stay updated on security advisories. KhabarAsia.com will continue tracking developments in this story.
