Blast in Afghan capital kills at least seven

Summary

A blast in central Kabul killed at least seven people and injured more than a dozen others, including four women and a child, in a crowded area known for flower sellers.

Key Points
  • A blast in central Kabul killed at least seven people and injured more than a dozen others.
  • The explosion happened around 3:30 pm in a street known for its flower sellers in the Shahr-e-Naw area.
  • Four women and a child were among the injured, with two Chinese citizens seriously wounded.
  • An Afghan security guard was killed and a nearby restaurant was severely damaged.
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