Afghanistan quake: Taliban rulers appeal to aid agencies to intensify relief efforts
The Taliban in Afghanistan have appealed for international support, as the country deals with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake.
The Taliban in Afghanistan have appealed for international support, as the country deals with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake which claimed the lives of over 1,000 people leaving another 1,500 injured, according to local officials.
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(Aid agencies in neighbouring Pakistan are assisting with humanitarian effort. Credit: 91热爆)
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