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10 Afghan soldiers, 3 civilians killed in roadside blast

  • 11 Oct 2020
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Three others were wounded in the blast. File photo

At least 10 Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers and three civilians were killed in a roadside blast in Afghanistan's Sar-e-Pul province, a security source said on Sunday.

According to the source, three others were wounded in the blast on Saturday, reports TOLO News.

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Security officials were yet to officially comment on the development

So far no group, including the Taliban, has claimed responsibility.

Meanwhile, a mine was discovered on a Baghlan road and detonated as it could not be removed, said Ministry of Defence.

Indo-Asian News Service

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