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Several killed in blast in Afghan capital Kabul: Taliban interior ministry

Several killed in blast in Afghan capital Kabul: Taliban interior ministry

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Blast took place in Shahr-e-Naw area, home to foreigners and considered one of most secure areas in capital

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KABUL (Reuters) – Several people were killed in a blast in the Afghan capital Kabul's Shahr-e-Naw area, the Taliban interior ministry said on Monday.

"According to preliminary reports, a number of people were killed and injured," Interior Ministry spokesperson Abdul Mateen Qani told Reuters, adding that details would be released later.

The Shahr-e-Naw area is home to foreigners and is considered one of the most secure areas in Kabul.

More updates to follow