Islamic State Claims Deadly Attack on Chinese Restaurant in Afghanistan

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Elian Peltier and Yaqoob AkbaryJanuary 20, 2026 at 09:58 AM

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On Monday, January 20, 2026, a bombing at a Chinese restaurant in Kabul, Afghanistan, killed seven people, including one Chinese citizen, and injured over a dozen others. The Islamic State (ISIS-K) claimed responsibility, stating the attack was retaliation for China's oppression of Uyghurs and criticizing the Taliban's relationship with Beijing. The attacker detonated an explosive vest inside the restaurant, located in a busy commercial area. While the Taliban government claims to have diminished ISIS's presence, this attack highlights the group's continued threat. Despite security concerns, China has maintained diplomatic ties with the Taliban and has invested in Afghanistan's resources and infrastructure.

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