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Dozens injured in explosion at Kabul school

In the Afghan capital Kabul, a school was the target of an explosion that injured dozens of people.

In the Afghan capital Kabul, an explosion occurred in a school late in the afternoon, injuring dozens according to media reports. A police spokesperson informed the broadcaster Tolonews that a hand grenade detonated at around 5:00 PM local time.

According to reports from the newspaper 'Hascht-e-Sobh,' most of the injured were female students who had just exited the school building at the time of the explosion. Initial reports suggest that the explosion took place just before the end of the school day when many students were leaving.

Details about the exact circumstances of the incident and further information regarding the nature and severity of the injuries are not yet available. Investigations into the attack are ongoing, while authorities are expected to provide clarification on the incident.