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Calls for Investigation into Kabul Bombing Killing 411

4/6/2026

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Samira Muhammadi seeks an international investigation into a Kabul drug treatment center bombing on March 16 that killed her son and 410 others.
Afghan officials reported 411 fatalities.
The Taliban government denies harboring militants, while Pakistan says it targeted a military site.
Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, and UN rapporteur Richard Bennett call for accountability, noting Pakistan bears initial responsibility and a UN source confirms at least 250 dead.

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Samira Muhammadi seeks an international investigation into a Kabul drug treatment center bombing on March 16 that killed her son and 410 others.
Afghan officials reported 411 fatalities.
The Taliban government denies harboring militants, while Pakistan says it targeted a military site.
Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, and UN rapporteur Richard Bennett call for accountability, noting Pakistan bears initial responsibility and a UN source confirms at least 250 dead.