Kabul Crosswalk Sleet Taxi Storefront Afternoon

White crosswalk stripes glisten wetly on dark asphalt as sleet falls across the street. Bright yellow taxi headlights cut through the heavy gray overcast, reflecting off the slick pavement. A fluorescent convenience store glows with harsh white light in the background, illuminating the falling ice crystals. The early afternoon sun struggles against the dense clouds, creating a flat, diffused illumination that makes the wet surfaces shine. Concrete curbs edge the road, separating the pedestrian zone from the traffic lane. Reflections of the taxi grille and store signage blur slightly on the rain-slicked grid. The scene holds a tense, quiet energy typical of late urban hours, though the clock shows midday.