A blast occurred in front of the Taliban-led Ministry of Foreign Affairs' building in Kabul. More than 20 people are reported to be dead in the attack. In the latest development, Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

Islamic State claims responsibility for Kabul suicide blast

Taliban on Friday (September 23) said at least seven people were killed and 41&nbsp;injured,&nbsp; including many children, in a car bomb blast as worshippers were leaving a mosque&nbsp;on Friday in the Afghan capital.&nbsp;No one is reported to have taken responsibility for the bombing, the latest in a stream of attacks since the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan just over a year ago. 
 
The interior ministry spokesman, Abdul Nafi Takor, said the car laden with explosives was parked by the roadside near the mosque and detonated as worshippers were coming out after Friday prayers, reported PTI.&nbsp;Takor said, "The explosion occurred when worshippers were heading home. Police force is at the site and investigation is underway."

A mangled car engulfed in fire on a road outside the mosque could be seen in images posted on social media.

Although no group has so far claimed the attack, the militant group Islamic State has targeted Friday prayers at mosques in recent months.

Kabul police chief spokesman Khalid Zadran said worshippers were targeted intentionally when they were exiting from the Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque after Friday prayers.

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Four people of 14 received by Italian-NGO-run Emergency Hospital were dead on arrival as per authorities.

“Targeting mosques and worshippers is an unforgivable crime, the nation should cooperate with the regime in eliminating criminals,” said Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid. 
 
The Islamic State group, a top rival of the Taliban since their takeover in Afghanistan just over a year ago, has previously targeted mosques and worshippers, and especially members of Afghanistan's minority Shiites in attacks. 
 
The area in which the blast took place is called Wazir Akbar Khan and it is a prominent location in Kabul and was previously the location of many foreign embassies and NATO.

There have been regular bomb attacks in Kabul and other cities although overall violence has significantly dropped across Afghanistan since the war ended with the Taliban's return to power.

In the latest attack in the capital claimed by the group. two Russian embassy staff members were killed in a suicide bombing outside its offices earlier this month.

Following the Taliban's return to power, the mosque was the target of a similar attack in 2020 in which the imam was killed and several people were wounded.

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Taliban on Friday (September 23) said at least seven people were killed and 41 injured, including many children, in a car bomb blast as worshippers were leaving a mosque on Friday in the Afghan capital.

Taliban on Friday (September 23) said at least seven people were killed and 41 injured, including many children, in a car bomb blast as worshippers were leaving a mosque on Friday in the Afghan capital. No one is reported to have taken responsibility for the bombing, the latest in a stream of attacks since the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan just over a year ago. The interior ministry spokesman, Abdul Nafi Takor, said the car laden with explosives was parked by the roadside near the mosque and detonated as worshippers were coming out after Friday prayers, reported PTI. Takor said, "The explosion occurred when worshippers were heading home. Police force is at the site and investigation is underway." A mangled car engulfed in fire on a road outside the mosque could be seen in images posted on social media. Although no group has so far claimed the attack, the militant group Islamic State has targeted Friday prayers at mosques in recent months. Kabul police chief spokesman Khalid Zadran said worshippers were targeted intentionally when they were exiting from the Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque after Friday prayers. Also see | IN PICS | What life in Afghanistan looks like after one year of Taliban rule? Four people of 14 received by Italian-NGO-run Emergency Hospital were dead on arrival as per authorities. “Targeting mosques and worshippers is an unforgivable crime, the nation should cooperate with the regime in eliminating criminals,” said Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid. The Islamic State group, a top rival of the Taliban since their takeover in Afghanistan just over a year ago, has previously targeted mosques and worshippers, and especially members of Afghanistan's minority Shiites in attacks. The area in which the blast took place is called Wazir Akbar Khan and it is a prominent location in Kabul and was previously the location of many foreign embassies and NATO. There have been regular bomb attacks in Kabul and other cities although overall violence has significantly dropped across Afghanistan since the war ended with the Taliban's return to power. In the latest attack in the capital claimed by the group. two Russian embassy staff members were killed in a suicide bombing outside its offices earlier this month. Following the Taliban's return to power, the mosque was the target of a similar attack in 2020 in which the imam was killed and several people were wounded. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

Kabul: At least seven people killed, 41 injured in car bomb blast near mosque after Friday prayers

There's no end to attacks in Afghanistan. In the latest, at least five people have been killed and six injured. Reports claimed a magnetic bomb was attached to the minivan. The incident on Saturday took place in Dasht-e Barchi, a Kabul suburb dominated by members of the mostly Shia Hazara community.

Afghanistan: Blast in area housing minority Shia Hazara community

A blast took place at a mosque in Spin Ghar area in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province.

Reports said the blast occurred during Friday prayers. At least three people were killed and 20 reportedly injured in the blast.

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The imam of the mosque was also reportedly injured in the blast.

Local media reports say the death toll is likely to rise.&nbsp;The explosives were reportedly planted inside the mosque. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast so far.&nbsp;The area located in Afghanistan's eastern province borders Pakistan.

The blast was confirmed by Taliban officials as reports claimed the bomb was hidden inside a&nbsp;loudspeaker.&nbsp;

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A blast took place at a mosque in Spin Ghar area in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Reports said the blast occurred during Friday prayers. At least three people were killed and 20 reportedly injured in the blast.

A blast took place at a mosque in Spin Ghar area in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province. Reports said the blast occurred during Friday prayers. At least three people were killed and 20 reportedly injured in the blast. A Blast has been reported in a Mosque in Spin Ghar area of Nangarhar per Local media reports. #Afghanistan — Anas Mallick (@AnasMallick) November 12, 2021 × The imam of the mosque was also reportedly injured in the blast. Local media reports say the death toll is likely to rise. The explosives were reportedly planted inside the mosque. No group has claimed responsibility for the blast so far. The area located in Afghanistan's eastern province borders Pakistan. The blast was confirmed by Taliban officials as reports claimed the bomb was hidden inside a loudspeaker. (With inputs from Agencies)

Blast at mosque in Afghanistan; 3 killed, at least 20 injured

Another terror attack strikes Afghanistan, this time in a mine blast in Asadabad city which lies in the center of Kunar province. According to the sources the explosion took place on a Taliban range of vehicles.

Afghanistan: Several embassies in Kabul issue threat alert advisories

Another terror attack strikes Afghanistan, this time in a mine blast in Asadabad city which lies in the center of Kunar province. According to the sources the explosion took place on a Taliban range of vehicles. Two people have reportedly been killed and 13 others injured. Govt sources say a police chief of Shigel district has been killed.

Afghanistan: 2 killed and 13 others injured including in a bomb blast in Asadabad city

Afghanistan: Mine blast rocks Asadabad city in Kunar province

Three people were killed and 11 wounded when a roadside bomb hit a bus carrying Afghan government employees in Kabul on Thursday, officials said.

The bombing comes on the day the Afghan government, Taliban and key countries, including the United States and Russia, gather in Moscow to push for a reduction in violence to propel the Afghan peace process forward.

A spokesman for the Kabul police confirmed the casualty figures but gave no further details. Another official said the vehicle was carrying Afghan government employees.

The blast hit a bus which was rented by the Afghan ministry of information and technology to transport employees, said Abdul Samad Hamid Poya, a ministry adviser.

He added that it was unclear at the moment who the victims are.

No one claimed immediate responsibility for the blast, but the Afghan government has blamed the Taliban for running an assassination campaign against government employees, civil society figures and journalists.

The insurgent Taliban has denied being involved in the campaign.

Three people were killed and 11 wounded when a roadside bomb hit a bus carrying Afghan government employees in Kabul on Thursday, officials said. The bombing comes on the day the Afghan government, Taliban and key countries, including the United States and Russia, gather in Moscow to push for a reduction in violence to propel the Afghan peace process forward.

Three people were killed and 11 wounded when a roadside bomb hit a bus carrying Afghan government employees in Kabul on Thursday, officials said. The bombing comes on the day the Afghan government, Taliban and key countries, including the United States and Russia, gather in Moscow to push for a reduction in violence to propel the Afghan peace process forward. A spokesman for the Kabul police confirmed the casualty figures but gave no further details. Another official said the vehicle was carrying Afghan government employees. The blast hit a bus which was rented by the Afghan ministry of information and technology to transport employees, said Abdul Samad Hamid Poya, a ministry adviser. He added that it was unclear at the moment who the victims are. No one claimed immediate responsibility for the blast, but the Afghan government has blamed the Taliban for running an assassination campaign against government employees, civil society figures and journalists. The insurgent Taliban has denied being involved in the campaign.

Bomb hits bus carrying Afghan government employees; 3 killed

&nbsp;A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday.

The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported.

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The explosives were placed in the mosque, the Interior Affairs said, adding that the imam, Mohammad Ayaz Niazi, was also killed in the blast.

Afghanistan Presidential spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi in a tweet condemned the attack.

"The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today`s attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families," Sediqqi tweeted.

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A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday. The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported.

A blast at Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque killed two people and injured eight others, the country's Ministry of Interior Affairs said on Tuesday. The explosion happened at around 7:30 Kabul time, TOLOnews reported. Also read: 1,000 JeM and LeT terrorists among 6,500 Pak fighters in Afghanistan: UN report The explosives were placed in the mosque, the Interior Affairs said, adding that the imam, Mohammad Ayaz Niazi, was also killed in the blast. Afghanistan Presidential spokesperson Sediq Sediqqi in a tweet condemned the attack. "The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today`s attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families," Sediqqi tweeted. The AFG government strongly condemns the heinous attack on a mosque in Kabul. Today's attack on a mosque reveals the brutality and inhumanity of those who purposefully perpetrate violence against our Ulema and innocent people. Condolences to the victims and their families. — Sediq Sediqqi (@SediqSediqqi) June 2, 2020 ×

Mosque Blast in Kabul kills 2, including an imam

A suicide bomber killed six people near a military academy in the Afghan capital, Kabul, on Tuesday, the interior ministry said.

The Taliban denied involvement in the blast and there was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.

The bombing took place near the government-run defence university, the Marshal Fahim Military Academy, at the beginning of the morning rush hour.

It was the first major attack in the capital this year and comes at a time of heightened uncertainty in the country as U.S. and Taliban negotiators in Qatar try to pursue talks towards a peace deal to end 18 years of war.

"Six people including two civilians and four military personnel were killed," interior ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi told Reuters, adding that 12 people were wounded, five of them civilians.

"It wasn't our work," said Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid in a text message to Reuters.

The academy, modelled after European war colleges to train Afghan cadets, has been the scene of several attacks in the past, including an assault last may claimed by Islamic State.

Despite the relative lull of violence in Kabul, militant attacks on the Afghan and U.S.-led security forces have continued over recent months around the country even as the United States and Taliban militants pursue talks to finalise a peace pact.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the attack in a statement released by his office.

"The great nation of Afghanistan wants an end to violence, an end to the war, a ceasefire and an enduring peace," he said.

"The government is committed to achieving a dignified and sustainable peace, for which it pursues a clear plan."

A suicide bomber killed six people near a military academy in the Afghan capital, Kabul, on Tuesday, the interior ministry said. The Taliban denied involvement in the blast and there was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack.

A suicide bomber killed six people near a military academy in the Afghan capital, Kabul, on Tuesday, the interior ministry said. The Taliban denied involvement in the blast and there was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack. The bombing took place near the government-run defence university, the Marshal Fahim Military Academy, at the beginning of the morning rush hour. It was the first major attack in the capital this year and comes at a time of heightened uncertainty in the country as U.S. and Taliban negotiators in Qatar try to pursue talks towards a peace deal to end 18 years of war. "Six people including two civilians and four military personnel were killed," interior ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi told Reuters, adding that 12 people were wounded, five of them civilians. "It wasn't our work," said Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid in a text message to Reuters. The academy, modelled after European war colleges to train Afghan cadets, has been the scene of several attacks in the past, including an assault last may claimed by Islamic State. Despite the relative lull of violence in Kabul, militant attacks on the Afghan and U.S.-led security forces have continued over recent months around the country even as the United States and Taliban militants pursue talks to finalise a peace pact. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the attack in a statement released by his office. "The great nation of Afghanistan wants an end to violence, an end to the war, a ceasefire and an enduring peace," he said. "The government is committed to achieving a dignified and sustainable peace, for which it pursues a clear plan."

Six killed in suicide blast in Kabul, Taliban deny attack

The death toll in Saturday's election rally explosion in Afghanistan's Takhar province has risen to 22.

The latest death toll was confirmed by Takhar governor spokesman Mohammad Jawad Hijri, TOLOnews reported.

Earlier, 12 people died and 32 others were injured after a motorcycle bomb went off during the campaign rally of an Afghan Parliament member, Nazifa Beg, in Rustaq district of the province.

Two security personnel were among those killed in the blast, according to the provincial police.

In a statement, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the attack, saying that "the enemies of Afghans cannot weaken the will of the nation for the success of the democratic process of elections".

Ahead of the parliamentary elections in the war-torn country scheduled for October 20, there has been a spurt in election violence in different parts of the country.

Saturday's explosion was the third such attack targeting a campaign rally.

On October 9, eight people, including a parliamentary candidate, died in a suicide attack at a campaign office in Helmand province. In Nangarhar, 14 people were killed in an election rally blast on October 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The death toll in Saturday's election rally explosion in Afghanistan's Takhar province has risen to 22. The latest death toll was confirmed by Takhar governor spokesman Mohammad Jawad Hijri, TOLOnews reported.

The death toll in Saturday's election rally explosion in Afghanistan's Takhar province has risen to 22. The latest death toll was confirmed by Takhar governor spokesman Mohammad Jawad Hijri, TOLOnews reported. Earlier, 12 people died and 32 others were injured after a motorcycle bomb went off during the campaign rally of an Afghan Parliament member, Nazifa Beg, in Rustaq district of the province. Two security personnel were among those killed in the blast, according to the provincial police. In a statement, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani condemned the attack, saying that "the enemies of Afghans cannot weaken the will of the nation for the success of the democratic process of elections". Ahead of the parliamentary elections in the war-torn country scheduled for October 20, there has been a spurt in election violence in different parts of the country. Saturday's explosion was the third such attack targeting a campaign rally. On October 9, eight people, including a parliamentary candidate, died in a suicide attack at a campaign office in Helmand province. In Nangarhar, 14 people were killed in an election rally blast on October 3.

Afghanistan poll rally blast: Death toll rises to 22

&nbsp;An explosion killed at least three tribal elders and wounded two when it hit a hotel in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad on Tuesday, officials said.

The cause of the blast was not immediately clear and there was no immediate claim of responsibility.

Attaullah Khogyani, a spokesman for the provincial governor, said the explosion went off on the second floor of a hotel where tribal elders were staying. The elders were in Jalalabad for a meeting about a new electronic identity cards being introduced by the central government.

Jalalabad is capital of Nangarhar province, on the border with Pakistan, where an affiliate of Islamic State has established a stronghold in recent years.

The movement has claimed several attacks in Jalalabad, most recently last month when it targeted an office of the Save the Children aid group in the city.

The cause of the blast was not immediately clear and there was no immediate claim of responsibility

An explosion killed at least three tribal elders and wounded two when it hit a hotel in the eastern Afghan city of Jalalabad on Tuesday, officials said. The cause of the blast was not immediately clear and there was no immediate claim of responsibility. Attaullah Khogyani, a spokesman for the provincial governor, said the explosion went off on the second floor of a hotel where tribal elders were staying. The elders were in Jalalabad for a meeting about a new electronic identity cards being introduced by the central government. Jalalabad is capital of Nangarhar province, on the border with Pakistan, where an affiliate of Islamic State has established a stronghold in recent years. The movement has claimed several attacks in Jalalabad, most recently last month when it targeted an office of the Save the Children aid group in the city.

Three killed in blast in Afghan city Jalalabad

A suicide attack hit Kabul on Thursday evening.

Kabul&#39;s Tolo News network said at least 10 people were killed in the explosion.

A Reuters reporter saw a police vehicle carrying dead or wounded security personnel, in an area close to a police operation.

Officials and witnesses told Reuters that the blast caused heavy casualties among security personnel.

Tolo News quoting emergency hospital sources said almost 20 wounded were brought to the facility after the explosion.

No group has claimed responsibility for the attack which occurred in a crowded area.&nbsp;

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A suicide attack hit Kabul on Thursday evening. Kabul's Tolo News network said at least 10 people were killed in the explosion. A Reuters reporter saw a police vehicle carrying dead or wounded security personnel, in an area close to a police operation. Officials and witnesses told Reuters that the blast caused heavy casualties among security personnel. Tolo News quoting emergency hospital sources said almost 20 wounded were brought to the facility after the explosion. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack which occurred in a crowded area. According to Afghan ministry of interior, it was a suicide attack, the target was security forces who were providing security for a protest in Kabul. There are some casualties, but the exact number of the casualties is not clear yet. — Fahim Abed (@fahimabed) January 4, 2018 ×

Afghanistan: Blast in Kabul, at least 10 killed

A suicide bomber&nbsp;riding a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/suicide-bomber-targets-kabul-military-academy-22702">motorcycle blew himself up inside Kabul&#39;s heavily fortified</a> diplomatic zone killing eight&nbsp;people on Tuesday afternoon.

&quot;Our initial information shows the suicide <a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/suicide-bombers-attack-two-afghan-mosques-at-least-72-dead-22685">attacker was on a motorcycle. He made it through</a> the first checkpoint but was stopped at the second checkpoint and detonated,&quot; defense ministry spokesman Dawlat Waziri told AFP.&nbsp;

The Islamic State claimed&nbsp;responsibility for the attack, Reuters reported.

&quot;We don&#39;t know the target but it happened a few meters from the defence ministry&#39;s foreign relations office. No casualties to our personnel,&quot; the defense ministry spokesman said.

Security forces have cordoned off the Green Zone in Kabul after the bombing rocked the diplomatic zone.

Reuters reported there were numerous casualties, quoting Afghan officials.

A Reuters television reported at least eight people appeared to have been killed, besides several wounded at the explosion site in the city&#39;s Wazir Akbar Khan area.

At least 10 people were wounded in the attack.

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Reuters reported there were numerous casualties, quoting Afghan officials.

A suicide bomber riding a motorcycle blew himself up inside Kabul's heavily fortified diplomatic zone killing eight people on Tuesday afternoon. "Our initial information shows the suicide attacker was on a motorcycle. He made it through the first checkpoint but was stopped at the second checkpoint and detonated," defense ministry spokesman Dawlat Waziri told AFP. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, Reuters reported. "We don't know the target but it happened a few meters from the defence ministry's foreign relations office. No casualties to our personnel," the defense ministry spokesman said. Security forces have cordoned off the Green Zone in Kabul after the bombing rocked the diplomatic zone. Reuters reported there were numerous casualties, quoting Afghan officials. A Reuters television reported at least eight people appeared to have been killed, besides several wounded at the explosion site in the city's Wazir Akbar Khan area. At least 10 people were wounded in the attack. Blast hit kabul (Reuters) ×

Watch: Suicide bomb attack in Kabul's diplomatic area; Islamic State claims responsibility

A bomb blast killed 11 people in Afghanistan on Thursday.

The deceased were on&nbsp;their way to a wedding in the northern Afghan province of Faryab, officials told AFP.

Another 30 Afghan civilians were killed in US air strikes in the neighbouring province of Kunduz owing to Taliban insurgency.

No one has so far claimed responsibility for the Faryab blast.

&quot;Eleven civilians were martyred and 12 others wounded when they struck a roadside bomb in Kosa Qala village in Faryab province,&quot; provincial spokesman Ahmad Jawed Bedar told AFP

Islamist militants have been fighting to oust the western-backed Kabul government.

A UN report pointed to a 42 per cent rise in casualties by pro-government forces this year as compared to 2015.

The casualty percentage, however, stands at 61 by Islamist militants.

(WION with inputs from AFP)

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the blast in the Faryab province

A bomb blast killed 11 people in Afghanistan on Thursday. The deceased were on their way to a wedding in the northern Afghan province of Faryab, officials told AFP. Another 30 Afghan civilians were killed in US air strikes in the neighbouring province of Kunduz owing to Taliban insurgency. No one has so far claimed responsibility for the Faryab blast. "Eleven civilians were martyred and 12 others wounded when they struck a roadside bomb in Kosa Qala village in Faryab province," provincial spokesman Ahmad Jawed Bedar told AFP Islamist militants have been fighting to oust the western-backed Kabul government. A UN report pointed to a 42 per cent rise in casualties by pro-government forces this year as compared to 2015. The casualty percentage, however, stands at 61 by Islamist militants. (WION with inputs from AFP)

Blast kills 11 in north Afghanistan

At least four people were wounded in Afghan capital of Kabul today when an explosion hit a bus carrying government employees during rush hour traffic, police and witnesses told Reuters news agency.&nbsp;

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A spokesman for the interior ministry, Sediq Seqqi.&nbsp;said: &quot;The target appeared to be a bus carrying employees of the ministry of mining and petroleum.&quot;&nbsp;

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The blast was reported at around 5 pm (1230 GMT) on a major road near a university and an old parliament building.

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Reuters quoted officials as saying that three men and one woman were among the wounded.&nbsp;

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The target appeared to be a bus carrying employees of the ministry of mining and petroleum, an official said

At least four people were wounded in Afghan capital of Kabul today when an explosion hit a bus carrying government employees during rush hour traffic, police and witnesses told Reuters news agency. A spokesman for the interior ministry, Sediq Seqqi. said: "The target appeared to be a bus carrying employees of the ministry of mining and petroleum." The blast was reported at around 5 pm (1230 GMT) on a major road near a university and an old parliament building. Reuters quoted officials as saying that three men and one woman were among the wounded. (WION with inputs from Reuters)

Explosion hits bus carrying government employees in Kabul, at least four injured