The Trump administration believes it can continue its lethal military campaign against alleged drug-running boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific Ocean without congressional authorization, even as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are increasingly frustrated that the administration hasn’t provided a legal justification for the attacks.

The tremors hit early Monday near Khulm, sending shockwaves across the region. Rescue operations are underway, and authorities are assessing casualties and damage. This comes just days after a smaller 4.

An earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan near Mazar-e Sharif, one of the country's largest cities around 20:30 GMT (01:00 local time).

Balkh province spokesperson Haji Zaid added that the earthquake destroyed part of the city's holy shrine, known as the Blue Mosque.