How many died in the Afghanistan earthquake?

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The Afghanistan earthquake killed at least 1,400 people, with some reports indicating the toll is close to 1,500 and could rise further as rescue efforts continue.

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Agencies urge more aid to Afghanistan after major quake

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Aid agencies urge more international funding after a deadly earthquake in Afghanistan.
The 6.0 magnitude quake killed at least 1,400 people and injured thousands. 6s
Only a few countries, including the EU, UK, Australia, and South Korea, have pledged aid, directing funds through NGOs. 14s
International aid to Afghanistan has dropped sharply since the Taliban takeover, with only 28% of the humanitarian target met. 54s
Rescue efforts are hindered by blocked roads, and the country faces ongoing crises including economic hardship and mass returns from abroad. 1m 4s

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Agencies urge more aid to Afghanistan after major quake

Euronews

1 day ago

Agencies urge more aid to Afghanistan after major quake

Aid agencies have urged the international community to send funding after a major earthquake killed at least 1,400 people and injured thousands more.

Afghanistan earthquake survivors face aid crunch as death toll rises

Africanews

1 day ago

Afghanistan earthquake survivors face aid crunch as death toll rises

Taliban officials say the death toll is now close to 1,500, but that number is expected to rise as rescue workers battle to pull bodies from destroyed buildings.