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28 Oct 2022 | 05:47 PM UTC

Afghanistan: Explosion wounds at least seven people at Sheikh Mohammad Rouhani mosque in Kabul's Police District 5 Oct. 28

Explosion wounds at least seven people at Sheikh Mohammad Rouhani mosque in Police District 5, Kabul, Afghanistan, Oct. 28; avoid area.

Warning

Event

Heightened security is likely in Kabul's Police District 5 over the coming hours after an explosion occurred at the Sheikh Mohammad Rouhani mosque in the area Oct. 28. The blast reportedly wounded at least seven people; officials will likely provide updated casualty figures as they investigate the incident. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the explosion.

Localized transport disruptions are possible in the area over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the blast until security forces give the all-clear. Plan for localized ground travel delays. Heed all official transport and security advisories.