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Iran Aids Earthquake-Stricken Afghanistan Amid Rising Exploitation Risks

9/16/2025

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The Afghan Foreign Ministry commended Iran for providing 100 tons of relief supplies after a 6+ magnitude earthquake hit Nangarhar Province on August 31, 2025.
The earthquake caused 2,205 deaths and over 3,640 injuries, severely damaging homes and infrastructure.
Families in affected areas reportedly exploit aid systems, marrying off daughters for assistance.
UNICEF cautioned that girls are at heightened risk of early marriage and exploitation post-disaster.
The earthquake resulted in over a thousand child fatalities, worsening existing inequalities.

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The Afghan Foreign Ministry commended Iran for providing 100 tons of relief supplies after a 6+ magnitude earthquake hit Nangarhar Province on August 31, 2025.
The earthquake caused 2,205 deaths and over 3,640 injuries, severely damaging homes and infrastructure.
Families in affected areas reportedly exploit aid systems, marrying off daughters for assistance.
UNICEF cautioned that girls are at heightened risk of early marriage and exploitation post-disaster.
The earthquake resulted in over a thousand child fatalities, worsening existing inequalities.