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At least 40 killed in Kabul explosion

At least 40 killed in Kabul explosion
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More than 60 other people in the Afghanistan capital were injured in the blast.

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KABUL — At least 40 people were killed in an explosion at a wedding hall in the Afghan capital Kabul on Tuesday, said two government officials.

More than 60 other people were injured in the blast, said Basir Mujahid spokesman for Kabul police.

"I have confirmed reports that 40 people have been killed," Mujahid told Reuters.

There were no immediate claims of responsibility for the blast.

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