The family of Sayed Mustafa Kazemi, a prominent Afghan lawmaker and former minister, continues to seek a transparent investigation into the deadly 2007 Baghlan explosion that claimed dozens of lives. Kazemi was killed alongside five parliamentary colleagues, teachers, and numerous schoolchildren.
According to Amu TV, Jamal Kazemi, the son of the slain politician, raised serious concerns regarding the event. He questioned why local security officials were summoned to Kabul on the day of the visit, why adequate security measures were not implemented, and why the official investigation remained superficial without identifying those responsible.
Casualty figures from the attack indicate significant devastation among civilians and students. The US State Department reported at least 64 fatalities in its 2007 review. Furthermore, the United Nations documented in 2008 that roughly 70 people died, including 52 schoolchildren and five teachers, though some domestic outlets placed the death toll above 80.
Prominent political figures commemorated Kazemi's legacy and contributions. Marshal Abdul Rashid Dostum praised Kazemi's political patience, intellect, and unifying conduct. Ahmad Massoud, leader of the National Resistance Front, described Kazemi as a skilled orator and patriotic figure who viewed politics as a vehicle for public welfare rather than mere power.
Born in 1963 in Parwan province, Kazemi took part in political developments over decades and participated in the 2001 Bonn conference following the collapse of the first Taliban regime. He subsequently served as commerce minister in the transitional administration and chaired the parliament's national economy committee.
Despite the scale of the tragedy and its deep impact on Afghan politics, no group has ever formally claimed responsibility for the Baghlan bombing, leaving the case unresolved.
Source: Amu TV
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