This image depicts a daytime urban scene in the city of Arghandab, Afghanistan

This image depicts a daytime urban scene in the city of Arghandab, Afghanistan. The foreground shows a worn, grey concrete sidewalk with visible cracks and minor debris. A dark, elongated shadow, likely from a person or object immediately out of frame, extends diagonally across the pavement. Along the right edge of the sidewalk, several white bags, some with printed text, are stacked against a green metal fence topped with a light-colored awning. In the midground, a group of approximately 15 adult males is gathered along the sidewalk, primarily on the right side of a thick, grey concrete pole with a square base. The men are dressed in traditional attire, including long robes, shawls, and various head coverings. Several individuals are seated or squatting on the sidewalk or low concrete structures. One bearded man is squatting on the far right, observing small, light-colored rectangular objects on the pavement in front of him. Other men are standing, some leaning against the fence, while a few are seated near the base of the central pole. To the far left, a light-colored van or truck is partially visible on the asphalt street, moving away from the viewer. The background features multi-story buildings lining the street, adorned with various billboards and signs displaying text in a local script. One partially visible sign on an upper building section reads "TB." The sky is bright and hazy, indicating strong sunlight which casts distinct shadows across the scene. The overall environment presents an active street with individuals congregating.