Flash Flooding in Afghanistan Kills at Least 50, With More Missing

Heavy seasonal rains in northern Afghanistan have caused flash floods, resulting in the deaths of at least 50 people and leaving many others missing. The province of Baghlan has been particularly affected, with the toll expected to rise. The capital city, Kabul, has also been impacted. Numerous houses have been destroyed, and rescue teams are providing aid to the affected areas. The flooding is disrupting agricultural production and the flow of food supplies, exacerbating the country’s existing economic crisis and ongoing conflict.