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Afghan Journalist and Photographer Alam Kabiri Dies After Battle with Cancer

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05 Aug 2026 - 00:39

The Kabul Tribune (KT) — Afghan journalist and photographer Alam Kabiri has died in Iran after battling cancer for several months, the Afghanistan Media Support Organization (AMSO) said Tuesday.

In a statement confirming his death, AMSO said Kabiri devoted many years of his career to journalism, photography and cultural activities, working with several Afghan media outlets.

The organization described Kabiri as a professional photographer and committed writer who played an important role in documenting the lives of Afghans and contributing to the country's media landscape.

AMSO called his death a significant loss for Afghanistan's media community and the cause of press freedom, and extended its condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

No additional details, including Kabiri's age or the date of his death, were immediately available.