Seven killed in blast at Kabul hotel restaurant

Seven people have been killed in an explosion at a restaurant in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. The blast occurred at a Chinese-run eatery in a heavily guarded area of the city.

According to reports, a total of seven individuals lost their lives as a result of the incident. Among those deceased was one Chinese national and six Afghans.

The Islamic State in Afghanistan (ISNA) has claimed responsibility for the attack. The group is known to be active in various parts of the country, including Kabul.

Details about the circumstances surrounding the blast are not yet available. However, it is reported that the incident occurred at a restaurant owned by Chinese nationals.

The authorities have confirmed that the explosion took place in a heavily guarded area of the city, suggesting that security measures were in place at the time of the incident.

An investigation into the cause and motivations behind the attack is currently underway. The incident has raised concerns about ongoing security threats in Kabul.

The incident marks the latest in a series of attacks targeting civilians and restaurants in Afghanistan’s capital city.

Source: Al Jazeera