Earthquakes shake central Japan, Afghanistan
Earthquakes are frequent in Japan, one of the world's most seismically active nations
Black News 
A magnitude-5 earthquake has struck the mountainous Nagano prefecture in central Japan on Saturday morning, according to broadcaster NHK.
There were no immediate reports of damage.
Earthquakes are frequent in Japan, one of the world’s most seismically active nations, accounting for around one-fifth of all quakes measuring magnitude-6 or higher.
Meanwhile, a strong earthquake has struck parts of Afghanistan, damaging buildings and raising fears of casualties.
Rescue efforts are underway as authorities assess the scale of the impact.
The earthquake has hit the Hindu Kush regions of Afghanistan, at a depth of 190km, reported by EMSC, sending residents fleeing into the streets. Early reports indicate that homes and buildings have been damaged, with some areas hardest hit in remote, mountainous regions.
Emergency teams have begun search and rescue operations, but difficult terrain and limited access are slowing response efforts.
Afghanistan lies along a major seismic fault line, making earthquakes a frequent and deadly risk, particularly in communities with fragile infrastructure.
Humanitarian organisations are now preparing to assist those affected, as officials work to determine the number of casualties and the full extent of the damage.
