shot-button
Subscription Subscription
Home > News > World News > Article > Roadside bomb kills 5 in Afghanistans Baghlan province

Roadside bomb kills 5 in Afghanistan's Baghlan province

Updated on: 22 April,2018 04:46 PM IST  |  Kabul
mid-day online desk |

The Taliban routinely target security forces and government officials with roadside bombs

Roadside bomb kills 5 in Afghanistan's Baghlan province

Blast in AfghanistanRepresentational Picture


At least five people were killed when their vehicle struck a roadside bomb in Afghanistan's northern Baghlan province, according to an official.


Zabihullah Shuja, spokesman for the provincial police chief, says four other people were wounded in Sunday's blast in Puli Khomri, the capital of the province.


The Taliban routinely target security forces and government officials with roadside bombs, which often end up killing civilians.

Edited by mid-day online desk, with inputs from PTI

Catch up on all the latest Crime, National, International and Hatke news here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK