On December 12, 2022, an explosion followed by gunfire rocked the Longan Hotel, a guesthouse popular with Chinese nationals, in Kabul's Shahr-e-Naw area. The attack was initiated by insurgents who detonated explosives and engaged in a gun battle. The Emergency Hospital in Kabul confirmed receiving 21 casualties from the incident, including three individuals who were declared dead upon arrival and 18 who were injured. Among the injured were five Chinese nationals, as reported by China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid initially stated that no foreigners were killed, though two were injured after jumping from the hotel's upper floors to escape. The Islamic State – Khorasan Province (IS-K) swiftly claimed responsibility for the assault, stating their operatives targeted a party for Chinese guests and the reception hall. The attack concluded after Afghan security forces killed all three assailants. This incident underscored the volatile security situation in Afghanistan, particularly concerning foreign interests, and the persistent threat posed by militant groups like IS-K to the ruling Taliban administration.