A targeted attack was carried out at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2026, against a checkpoint operated by the Taliban near the Pul-e-Shina area in Police District 12 of Kabul city. According to available information, the attack was claimed by individuals identifying themselves as members of the Afghanistan Freedom Front. The operation reportedly focused on the checkpoint and was conducted during evening hours in a populated urban district.
As a result of the incident, two Taliban members were killed, while two others sustained injuries. The injured individuals were reportedly transferred for medical treatment. No civilian casualties have been reported in connection with the attack. Following the incident, security measures in the surrounding area were intensified, with temporary movement restrictions observed near the site. The situation prompted heightened alertness among security personnel deployed in the district.
At the time of reporting, no official statement has been issued by the Taliban authorities regarding the incident. Further details are expected as additional information becomes available. The incident underscores the continuing security challenges in Kabul and reflects the volatile situation in the city amid ongoing tensions and armed activities.
