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Tragic Border Crossing: Afghan Death Toll Rises to 40

12/20/2025

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Three Afghan nationals died near the Kahsan border while attempting to migrate to Iran, per Mohammad Yousuf Saeedi, spokesman for the Taliban governor in Herat.
Local sources say at least 15 bodies were transferred to Herat districts, and some reports indicate the death toll could exceed 40 due to severe cold.
Hundreds of Afghans have recently tried to cross the border, and the Taliban has launched an investigation.

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Three Afghan nationals died near the Kahsan border while attempting to migrate to Iran, per Mohammad Yousuf Saeedi, spokesman for the Taliban governor in Herat.
Local sources say at least 15 bodies were transferred to Herat districts, and some reports indicate the death toll could exceed 40 due to severe cold.
Hundreds of Afghans have recently tried to cross the border, and the Taliban has launched an investigation.