Afghanistan Hit by Second Earthquake as Death Toll Rises

New Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan

• 📌 A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck southeastern Afghanistan on Tuesday, following a larger quake just two days prior.
• ⚠️ Homes partially damaged by the initial earthquake were further destroyed by the subsequent tremors, according to residents.

Devastating Impact of Quakes

• 💔 Sunday's magnitude 6.0 earthquake, one of Afghanistan's worst in years, killed over 1,400 people and flattened entire villages.
• 😥 Survivors described losing family members and their homes, with many still trapped in the rubble.
• 🆘 Rescue efforts have been severely hampered by the difficult terrain and the ongoing destruction.

Humanitarian Crisis and Aid Challenges

• 🆘 Volunteers reported an urgent need for medicine and shelter for the affected population.
• 📉 Global aid has been scarce, exacerbated by previous US decisions to cut foreign aid programs.
• ⚖️ The Taliban administration, already facing a sharp drop in foreign aid, is further strained by this disaster.
• 🌍 Factors contributing to funding cuts include other global crises and concerns over the Taliban's policies towards women.