20 Oct 2017 | 03:05 PM UTC
Afghanistan: Suicide bomber attacks mosque in Kabul Oct. 20
A suspected suicide bomber attacks a Shi’a mosque in the PD-13 area of Kabul on October 20; casualties reported
Event
A suspected suicide bomber attacked a Shi’a mosque in the capital city of Kabul on Friday, October 20. According to local reporting, the incident took place at approximately 18:00 (local time) at the Imam Zaman mosque in the PD-13 area. Initial reports from the Interior Ministry said that at least 30 people were killed in the blast. Details are still emerging. Avoid the area.
Context
No group has claimed responsibility for the bombing. The Taliban has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks elsewhere in the country in recent days, resulting in 43 deaths. They occasionally launch complex suicide attacks against high value targets in Kabul.
Advice
Individuals present in Kabul are advised to avoid the blast area. As a general reminder, individuals traveling in Afghanistan should seek professional security advice and support, and continually reassess their personal security.
