New York

11 May 2024

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on Afghanistan

Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General

The Secretary-General is saddened by the loss of life in flash floods in Baghlan Province, in the northeast of Afghanistan. 
 
The Secretary-General expresses his solidarity with the people of Afghanistan. He extends his condolences to the families of the victims and wishes a swift recovery to those injured.
 
The United Nations and its partners in Afghanistan are coordinating with the de facto authorities to swiftly assess needs and provide emergency assistance.