Violence and Protests Surge in Afghanistan Amid Poppy Eradication Efforts

Recent clashes and bombings highlight escalating tensions over Taliban's anti-poppy policies, resulting in multiple casualties.

Residents in Nangarhar province protested Taliban orders to vacate homes for a new customs facility, leading to deaths during clashes.
ISIS claimed responsibility for multiple bombings targeting Taliban forces involved in poppy eradication, killing several officers.
In Badakhshan, protests against the poppy eradication campaign turned violent, with casualties reported among locals and Taliban forces.
Taliban's nationwide ban on poppy cultivation has significantly impacted local economies, leading to rare public uprisings.
The ongoing unrest underscores the complex security challenges in Afghanistan, involving both local resistance and terrorist activities.