The historic Chehel Sotoun Minaret in Kabul is at serious risk of damage or collapse following a landslide in the surrounding area.
Afghanistan’s Taliban-run Ministry of Information and Culture says the minaret which dates back hundreds of years, is now under threat due to the landslide.
A delegation from the Information and Culture Department visited the site and called for a detailed assessment of the minaret’s condition measures to prevent possible damage, and greater coordination among relevant authorities to protect the historic monument.
The visit followed a landslide in the area on Friday night The Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority said the incident was caused by unprofessional and illegal stone extraction in the area.
According to the authority around 300 houses in the area are also at risk Residents have been urged to evacuate their homes if possible.
