Soldiers, civilians killed in spate of attacks in Afghanistan

A suicide bomber killed at least two and wounded seven in an attack claimed by the Islamic State group in the diplomatic area of Afghanistan’s capital on Saturday, and at least 18 soldiers died in a Taliban attack on a checkpoint, authorities said.


Interior Ministry spokesman Najib Danish said the Kabul attack took place in the Shash Darak area near NATO headquarters and not far from the US Embassy. Danish said the initial casualty count could rise.

The Islamic State group in a statement on its website claimed responsibility.
 [france24.com]
 24/2/18