Dozens killed in suicide attack on volleyball match in Afghanistan

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By Euronews

Published on 23/11/2014 - 17:29

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At least 45 people have been killed and 50 others injured in a suicide attack at a crowded volleyball match in Afghanistan.

The blast happened in the Yahya Khel district in Paktika province, where the final of a major tournament had been organised.

Most of the casualties are reported to be civilians.

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