25 May 2022 | 05:43 PM UTC
Afghanistan: Explosion kills at least five people, wounds 17 others at mosque in Kabul's Police District 4 May 25 /update 1
Officials confirm five deaths, 17 injuries from explosion at mosque in Police District 4 of Kabul, Afghanistan, May 25. Avoid the area.
Event
Authorities have confirmed that a blast in the Kalola Pushta area of Kabul's Police District 4 killed at least five people and wounded some 17 others May 25. The explosion occurred at the Hazrat Zakaria Mosque during evening prayers. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the incident.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the blast site over the coming hours. Business disruptions are possible in the area through late May 25.
Advice
Avoid the vicinity of the blast. Plan for localized transport disruptions in Kalola Pushta; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Adhere to all instructions issued by local security personnel.
