A significant 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event has raised immediate concerns over potential casualties and damage in the remote, mountainous area.
The quake’s epicentre was located 22.5 kilometres from the town of Khulm, which has a population of approximately 65,000 people. It occurred at a depth of 28 kilometres (17.4 miles).
Afghanistan’s national disaster management agency has acknowledged the earthquake and stated that reports on casualties and damage would be shared at a later time. The full extent of the impact is not yet immediately verifiable.
📍Strong 6.4-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan
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— Anadolu English (@anadoluagency) November 2, 2025The region has a recent and tragic history with seismic activity. In August of this year, a previous earthquake in Afghanistan resulted in over 1,000 fatalities, according to the Afghan Red Crescent Society.
This latest event highlights the region’s persistent vulnerability to significant geological disasters.
