A devastating landslide and flash flood swept through Parun, Nuristan Province
A devastating landslide and flash flood swept through Parun, Nuristan Province
At least 23 people have died after flash floods swept through Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province, with dozens injured and around 100 still missing as rescue efforts continue.

At least 23 people have been confirmed dead after flash floods swept through Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province, the country's National Disaster Management Authority said on Tuesday.

According to preliminary reports from the authorities, 15 bodies have been recovered, around 80 people were wounded and about 100 others remain missing. Search and rescue operations are continuing in Parun, the provincial capital, and surrounding areas.

Deadly flooding has repeatedly struck Afghanistan in recent years, causing significant casualties and widespread damage to homes, infrastructure and agricultural land.