Gunmen kill four in mosque shooting in Baghlan Province

Security officials in Baghlan Province said at least four people were killed and three others wounded in a shooting inside a mosque in Khwaja Khajan district.

According to local police, the attack took place on Monday evening during prayers, when armed individuals opened fire on worshippers inside the mosque, causing multiple casualties.

Police confirmed that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting, and security forces are continuing efforts to determine the motive and full circumstances of the incident.

Baghlan has witnessed repeated episodes of violence in recent years, including attacks on civilians and places of worship, raising concerns about local security and community tensions.

The incident comes amid rising concern over civilian security following a recent deadly shooting in Herat Province, where gunmen killed at least 11 people in a village attack.

The Herat killings triggered public outrage and protests, with residents demanding accountability and stronger protection measures against attacks targeting civilians, particularly minority communities.

Baghlan has also seen recurring violence in recent years, with officials pointing to personal disputes and local tensions as contributing factors to armed incidents.

Officials have noted that personal and family disputes have increasingly contributed to armed clashes in some districts, complicating the overall security landscape in the province.

The latest mosque shooting underscores ongoing challenges in maintaining security and preventing violence at the local level.

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