Afghanistan: At least two people wounded in earlier explosion in Police District 2 area of Kabul Nov. 23 /update 1

Event

At least two people have been wounded in an earlier explosion near Bush Bazar in the Quwai Markaz area of Police District (PD) 2) in Kabul Nov. 23. The blast was reportedly caused by a magnetic mine and targeted a Taliban vehicle. Although earlier unconfirmed reports indicated gunfire was ongoing in the area, no further clashes have been reported. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area in the coming hours. Investigations may cause localized ground travel delays.

Advice

Avoid the blast site. Heed instructions from the local authorities. Plan for localized ground travel disruptions.