A powerful bomb explosion struck a remote area of Afghanistan’s Nuristan province on Saturday, killing at least four people, including a senior commander of a banned militant organization, local sources confirmed.
The deceased were identified as Mullah Burjan, described as an important field commander of the outlawed terrorist group, along with three of his associates. The blast also left three others injured, two of whom are reported to be in critical condition.
According to preliminary information, the explosion occurred when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near a vehicle traveling through a mountainous area of the province. Security officials believe the device may have been planted earlier and detonated remotely, though investigations are still underway.
Local authorities cordoned off the area following the incident and launched a search operation amid fears of further attacks. No group has so far claimed responsibility for the bombing.
Nuristan, a rugged and sparsely populated province in eastern Afghanistan, has long been considered a volatile region due to militant activity and difficult terrain that complicates security operations.
Officials said further details would be shared after completion of the investigation.
