The death toll from an earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday has reached 920, while 610 people have been injured, an official said, adding the number of casualties might further rise.
Injured people are rushed to a rescue helicopter in Gayan district, Paktika Province, Afghanistan, June 22, 2022. /CFP
Buildings destructed by an earthquake in the province of Paktika, eastern Afghanistan, June 22, 2022. /CFP
Destroyed houses by an earthquake in the province of Paktika, June 22, 2022. /CFP
Afghans evacuate the injured after an earthquake hits the province of Paktika, June 22, 2022. /CFP