A young man identified as Mohammad Taher has died by suicide in Pachiragam district of Nangarhar province, according to a relative.
The relative said Taher took his own life amid unemployment and severe economic difficulties. The incident has raised concerns over the financial pressures facing young people in the province.
No further details were immediately available about the circumstances surrounding the incident or whether authorities had launched an investigation.
Afghanistan continues to face significant economic challenges, with limited employment opportunities and financial difficulties affecting many families. Young people in particular have faced difficulties finding stable work and supporting their households.
The information about the motive in Taher’s case comes from a family member and could not be independently verified.