The image depicts an indoor gathering in Kandahar, Afghanistan

The image depicts an indoor gathering in Kandahar, Afghanistan. In the foreground, a four-tiered white celebration cake with pink floral and gold decorative accents rests on an oval, dark wood-finish coffee table with ornate gold legs. To the right, a man in his mid-20s to early 30s stands, wearing a light olive-green long tunic, trousers, a white skullcap, and a light-colored patterned shawl draped over his left shoulder. He holds a small, metallic cup to his mouth, appearing to drink. On the left, another man in his mid-20s is seated on a light grey patterned sofa. He wears a light blue/grey long tunic, trousers, a dark blue/black sleeveless waistcoat, and a white skullcap. He is focused on a black smartphone held in both hands. His bare feet are visible on the patterned carpet. A small, round side table next to the seated man holds a plate with food items. Behind the cake table, a larger, rectangular dark wood-finish desk or table is visible, upon which a white dispenser bottle and another plate of food are placed. The background features a light brown textured wall, with a green chalkboard or whiteboard mounted on the right side. A doorway or open entrance is partially visible on the far right. The floor is covered by a patterned carpet featuring dark brown, light brown, and white abstract shapes. A person's leg is partially visible on the far left, suggesting additional attendees off-frame.