He additionally met with the governor general of Herat. They discussed matters related to providing assistance to the people affected by the recent 6.5-magnitude earthquake in Herat.

Mr. Soleimani paid a visit to the regions affected by the earthquake, where the Iranian ‎Red Crescent's relief teams are providing assistance to those in need.‎ 

On October 8, the Iranian Red Crescent sent a consignment of humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, in response to the earthquake that took place in the city of Herat.