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Pakistan-based Haqqani network behind Kabul attack: NDS
[Khaama (Afghanistan)] The Haqqani terrorist network based in Pakistain was behind the deadly attack in capital Kabul which left at least 80 people dead, the Afghan intelligence said.

According to a statement by NDS, credible intelligence information confirms the attack was carried out by the network on direct instructions and with the support of the Pak military intelligence, Inter Services Intelligence.

The incident in the diplomatic area of Kabul took place around 8:30 am local time after a vehicle packed with explosives exploded.

The ministry of public health officials said at least 80 people were killed and over 350 others were maimed in the attack.

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group, having close links with the Haqqani terrorist network, rejected the group was behind the attack.

aliban front man Zabiullah Mujahid in a statement said the group has no role in the attack and the Taliban fighters were also not involved in it as they are not allowed to carry out attacks in areas where there are no targets.

Mujahid also added that the group strongly condemns today’s attack in the city.

The Ministry of Interior front man Najib Danish said the attack was likely carried out using a truck full of explosives which exploded close to Zambaq square, place to several diplomatic missions, including some embassies.

The Ministry of Public front man Wahid Majroh confirmed that 80 people were killed and over 350 others were maimed in the attack.


Posted by: Fred 2017-06-02
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