3 Killed, 6 Injured in Takhar Protests Over Unregulated Gold Mining

Three people were killed and six injured during protests in Chah Ab, Takhar, as residents demonstrated against unregulated gold mining and environmental destruction.

Residents of Chah Ab district in Takhar province clashed with local forces during protests over unregulated gold mining and water resource damage, sources said. At least three protesters were killed and six others injured.

The demonstrations, which began several days ago, escalated on Monday, January 5, when locals...