Kabul – Unknown attackers tortured and killed a UN employee in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, raising fresh concerns about safety under Taliban rule.
UN Employee Killed in Nangarhar Home Invasion
The victim, Sayed Qiamuddin, worked as a security officer for the World Health Organization (WHO) in Nangarhar province. He was murdered after intruders broke into his home.
Local officials said the assailants tied him up, brutally beat him, and left him to die. Sadly, he succumbed to his injuries.
UN Employee’s Background and Service
Originally from Yamgan district in Badakhshan, Qiamuddin had worked with the UN agency before the Taliban returned to power.
Family Discovers UN Employee’s Body; Police Investigation Underway
According to Afghan media, the attack happened two days ago. His family discovered the body and informed local authorities. Police have launched an investigation. However, no arrests have been made so far.
“We will catch the culprits once the investigation is complete,” a local officer told the media.
Rising Violence Against UN Employees and Civilians
This is not an isolated case. Reports reveal that Qiamuddin’s brother, Shamir Yamgani, was also killed earlier by unknown attackers.
Since the Taliban took over on August 15, 2021, violence has surged. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) recorded 3,774 civilian casualties. Of those, 1,095 were deaths.
Former UN Employees and Officials Targeted
Moreover, UNAMA documented at least 218 extrajudicial killings and 144 cases of torture. Most victims were former officials and security staff.
Consequently, humanitarian missions now face growing challenges in conflict zones. Therefore, international pressure on the Taliban to ensure aid worker safety is mounting.
Global Calls for Justice for Murdered UN Employee
Consequently, many are demanding better protection for humanitarian staff.
As investigators look into Qiamuddin’s murder, his tragic death shows the growing danger for aid workers in Afghanistan. The murder of another UN employee demands swift accountability, stronger security, and global oversight.
Urgent Action Needed to Protect UN Employees and Aid Workers
These attacks already force aid workers to pull back from critical missions. Without quick action, the crisis in Afghanistan will deepen.
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