Magnitude 6 Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan's Hindu Kush Region

UNVERIFIED·Primary source · CNA

A magnitude 6 earthquake occurred in the Hindu Kush region at a depth of 100km. Tremors were felt in Kabul and across the border in Pakistan. In Pakistan's Musakhail district, over 20 people were injured and dozens of houses damaged. Approximately 125 houses were damaged in Balochistan province.

Key Facts

01 — What / Thesis
Magnitude 6 Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan's Hindu Kush Region
02 — Who / Subject
Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority, Pakistan authorities
03 — Where / Locus
Hindu Kush region, Afghanistan/Pakistan border
04 — When / Temporality
June 27, 2026

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