18 dead after suicide blast
A SUICIDE blast killed 18 police and civilians today in Afghanistan's western province of Farah, officials said.
The incident occurred in a bazaar near a police station in Del Aram district of Farah, they said.
"So far, 18 people, including police and civilians, have been killed," governor, Rohul Amin said.
Citing officials near the site, he added that the bomber was wearing an all-enveloping burqa robe that Afghan women commonly wear.
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Last Updated:
15 May 2008 10:51 AM
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Edinburgh Evening News
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Edinburgh