Afghanistan: Flash Update – Displacement due to fighting in eastern Afghanistan (25 May 2021)
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Heavy fighting continues in Laghman province, including in Mehtalam City – the provincial capital.
Assessment teams are working to confirm the humanitarian impact of the situation. To date, between 11,000 and 14,000 people are reported to have been displaced.
Partners mobilised six inter-agency assessment and response teams in early May 2021 when fighting intensified.
Health assistance (through mobile health teams (MHTs), food distribution and water trucking are underway, while preparations are being made to provide sanitation and hygiene support.
Situation Overview:
Heavy fighting has been reported in Laghman province in May 2021. Since 23 May, the fighting escalated into and around Mehtalam City, the provincial capital. Reports indicate there has been significant displacement and that most shops and businesses in the city were temporarily closed.