Afghanistan faced another seismic jolt as a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck Herat on Wednesday morning. The World Health Organization's country office in Afghanistan reported this seismic event through its official X handle.

Although the situation was dire, medical experts were swiftly dispatched to assist the injured.

The earthquake rattled parts of the western region, which had previously been affected by the devastating Herat Earthquake. Relief teams immediately emerged, ensuring those injured received the vital medical care to save lives.

In a heartfelt statement, the WHO Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, expressed his condolences to those who lost loved ones in the Herat earthquakes. He pledged the WHO's unwavering commitment to supporting the Afghan people with essential healthcare.

"My heart goes out to the people in Afghanistan who have lost loved ones and been impacted by the multiple earthquakes in Herat. WHO Afghanistan remains dedicated to providing essential healthcare to the Afghan people," he affirmed.

Last weekend, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake devastated at least 13 villages in Herat province's Zindah Jan district, underscoring the pressing need for ongoing support and assistance."