On June 12, 2021, two explosions occurred in succession within the Mahatab Qala and Sar-e-Pul regions of Dasht-e-Barchi. These incidents led to seven fatalities and injuries to six individuals. Among the victims were Afghan Film employees Fatima Mohammadi, Tayeba Mosavi, and social activist Murtaza Sadat. The source of the explosions was identified as explosive devices located in commonly used passenger minivans. No group or individual has claimed of responsibility for these attacks so far.