SAA

SAA event in Daikundi, Shahristan District area, Afghanistan on Thu 18th June 2026

18th June 2026

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On June 18, a former soldier of Afghan National Army identified as Yaser Hussaini was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in the Alqan market area of Shahristan District of Daikundi Province, Amu TV. Hussaini had served in the Afghan National Army before the collapse of the former government in 2021. After the Taliban’s return to power, Yaser reportedly worked as a shopkeeper in the District. The motive for the killing remains unclear, and the identity of the attackers has not been specified. Taliban have not commented on the incident.

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Daikundi ( Shahristan District area )

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