Nearly 100 dead in Afghanistan
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Nearly 100 dead in Afghanistan in storms and earthquakes

Almost 100 people are reported to have died in various natural disasters in Afghanistan in just over a week.

The country has been hit by heavy rains, floods and a powerful earthquake since March 26. According to the latest update from Taliban-controlled authorities, 99 people have died and about 100 others have been injured.

Thousands of people are reported to have been forced to flee their homes.

In recent years, international organizations have warned that Afghanistan is particularly vulnerable as the war-torn country is repeatedly hit by natural disasters and widespread hunger.

In neighboring Pakistan, dozens were reported to have died after torrential rains last week.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers

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