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7 killed in Kabul market blast

At least seven people were killed and nine others wounded in an explosion at a market in the western neighbourhood…

7 killed in Kabul market blast

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At least seven people were killed and nine others wounded in an explosion at a market in the western neighbourhood of Kabul on Friday, the media reported.

According to Tolo News, the blast occurred in the afternoon in Sar-e-Karez market.

The target of the attack remained unknown. Three vehicles, several shops and houses were damaged in the blast. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.

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It is the latest in a string of bombings that have targeted dozens of military and security compounds across Afghanistan.

On November 16, at least 15 people, including eight police officers, were killed when a suicide bomber struck a political gathering in northern Kabul.

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