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Cemeteries in Western Kabul brimming with slain civilians
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May 12, 2021
KABUL: Western Kabul has many hills that have been changed into cemeteries. Now, these cemeteries must expand after each deadly bombing in that part of Kabul.
At least 70 victims from the school bombing were laid to rest in these cemeteries – in one case 20 bodies in a row. Residents of western Kabul said victims of suicide bombings and blasts have been buried in these cemeteries in the hundreds over the last five years.
The victims’ families said they are tired of the mass burial of civilians, especially youth. “They are almost full. Victims of suicide bombings and explosions are brought here,” said Hassan, a grave digger.
Cemeteries in Western Kabul Extend after Each Deadly Attack
Western Kabul has many hills that have been changed into cemeteries. Now, these cemeteries must expand after each deadly bombing in that part of Kabul.
At least 70 victims from the school bombing were laid to rest in these cemeteries – in one case 20 bodies in a row.
Residents of western Kabul said victims of suicide bombings and blasts have been buried in these cemetaries in the hundreds over the last five years.
The victims’ families said they are tired of the mass burial of civilians, especially youth.
“They are almost full. Victims of suicide bombings and explosions are brought here,” said Hassan, a grave digger.