16 injured after a heavy rock explosion Afghanistan Baghlan | World news
At least 16 people were injured on Saturday after a large explosion hit Afghanistan’s Baghlan province, Khaama Press reported.
The explosion occurred in Pole-Khomri town of Baghlan province in northern Afghanistan, according to the report.
The injured were sent to a local hospital for treatment. Taliban officials have not yet commented on the blast, and no one or any group has claimed responsibility, according to Afghan media.
Further details are awaited.
Similar incidents have occurred around the country, for which the Islamic State or Daesh has previously claimed responsibility.
After the Taliban took control of the country in August 2021, Afghanistan witnessed a rise in terrorist attacks.
Despite the de-facto government’s assurances that the country is safe, the Taliban regime continues to face security issues.
