A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Afghanistan, resulting in a catastrophic scene with reports indicating more than 1,100 fatalities and over 2,500 injuries. Rescuers are in a race against time to reach remote mountain villages where entire communities have been displaced. The Taliban government has appealed for international assistance, highlighting the urgent need for aid as the death toll continues to rise. Eyewitness accounts describe the devastation, with homes reduced to rubble and survivors left to grapple with significant losses. Meanwhile, international aid efforts have been complicated by previous cuts, raising concerns about the timeliness and effectiveness of the response.