Afghanistan's interior ministry confirmed on Wednesday (October 5) that a blast occurred at a mosque near the ministry in the nation's capital Kabul. Abdul Nafi Takor, who is the ministry's spokesperson, said that the explosion took place "in a mosque which is at a distance from the ministry of interior".

Kabul: At least four killed, 20 injured in blast at mosque near Afghan interior ministry

At least three people were killed and two members of the security forces suffered injuries in an explosion in Alasai district, Kapisa province. The provincial police spokesman Abdul Shayiq Shorish confirmed the casualties and said the explosion took place at a market in the district, Tolo News reported.

Two explosions rock Afghanistan, three killed

Gunmen armed with assault rifles and grenade launchers stormed the heavily fortified headquarters of the Afghan interior ministry, battling security forces for more than two hours in the latest attack on the capital Kabul

Islamic State claims assault on Afghan interior ministry, 1 policeman killed