Afghanistan: 14 killed in attack claimed by 'Islamic State' DW 09/13/2024
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At least 14 people were killed and six wounded in an attack by unidentified gunmen in Afghanistan on Thursday night, a Taliban spokesperson said Friday without giving further details.
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According to the Afghan news channel Tolonews, the incident took place on the border between the central provinces of Daikundi and Ghur, where most people are Shia Muslims.
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The so-called 'Islamic State' (IS) terrorist group claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that 'soldiers of the caliphate' had fired assault rifles 'at a group of apostates.'
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Although the Taliban promised greater security after taking power in August 2021, IS regularly carries out attacks, undermining the Taliban's claims of control in the region.
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