A tribal elder was reportedly killed in Afghanistan’s Logar province on Thursday morning, according to local sources cited by 8 AM newspaper.
Sources told the newspaper that Haji Babrak, described as one of the tribal elders of the province, was killed in the “Barg” area of Mohammad Agha District. The incident reportedly occurred in the morning hours.
According to the sources, the influential tribal figure came under gunfire from armed individuals, resulting in his death. Details about the identity of the attackers, their motive and whether any arrests have been made were not immediately available.
The killing comes amid reports of security and criminal incidents in different parts of Afghanistan in recent days. The reported increase in such incidents has raised concerns among local residents about the security situation and the ability of authorities to prevent targeted attacks.
Tribal elders and other influential community figures often play an important role in resolving local disputes and maintaining communication within communities. The killing of such figures can therefore have wider implications for local communities, particularly in areas where security remains fragile.
Authorities have yet to provide further publicly available details about the incident. The circumstances surrounding Haji Babrak’s killing and the identities of those responsible remain under investigation.