Deadly Attack in Daykundi: Islamic State-K Claims Responsibility

Several people were killed and injured in an attack by unknown individuals in Daykundi, Afghanistan. The Islamic State claimed responsibility, marking the first civilian assault since the Taliban's takeover. Daykundi, a Shia Muslim predominant province, was considered one of the safest regions in Afghanistan.

Several people were killed and others injured in an attack by unknown armed individuals in Afghanistan on Thursday, the country's Interior Ministry spokesman reported. This marks the first attack on civilians in Daykundi province since the Taliban's rise to power.

The Islamic State swiftly claimed responsibility for the attack on its Telegram channel, though the group did not immediately provide evidence to support its assertion. Daykundi province, predominantly populated by Shia Muslims, had a reputation for being one of Afghanistan's safest regions.

Islamic State-Khurasan, a local affiliate of the global Islamic State group, has been waging an insurgency against the Taliban, whom they regard as enemies. Despite Taliban assertions of having largely crushed the group, Islamic State-K continues to launch attacks within Afghanistan.

(With inputs from agencies.)