The death toll from two suicide bombings near Kabul airport has risen to more than 100, with some of the 150 injured still in critical condition.
According to Afghan media, the death toll from the attacks near the airport in Kabul has been steadily rising to more than 100. The increase is due to the death of critically injured people during treatment.
The number of injured was reported to be around 150, with some in critical condition, which could lead to a further increase in casualties.
The bomber struck shortly after noon in front of a U.S. military base, killing at least 13 U.S. soldiers and wounding dozens more. "We will never forgive the attackers, we will never forget this attack, our heroes killed in the Kabul bombings are the ones who attacked, they will pay the price and we will respond with force," he said. Will
Full news of the blast
At least 90 people, including 13 US soldiers, were killed and 150 wounded in two suicide bombings outside Hamid Karzai International Airport.
The Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul was hit by two suicide bombings, according to the International News Agency. One blast ripped through the main gate of the airport, while another struck outside a nearby hotel where British troops and officials were stationed.
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The death toll from suicide bombings has risen to 90, with more than 150 injured. The blast killed 13 American soldiers and wounded 15, while 28 Taliban were also killed.
Islamic State claims responsibility for suicide bombing
According to CNN, the Islamic State of Khorasan has claimed responsibility for the suicide bombings at Kabul Airport. He made the claim in a message on his telegram channel. The militant group says a suicide bomber blew himself up between Afghan and US troops.
Five more blasts were heard after the suicide attack
Two blasts have been confirmed at Kabul airport. One was at a central blast, the other near a hotel, but one of the two was a suicide bomber. In addition to these two, several explosions have been heard.
In this regard, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said that five explosions were heard throughout the night even after the attack on Kabul Airport. He further added that the bombings were carried out by US forces to destroy their belongings.
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Suicide bombings kill at least 13 US troops, injure 15
The Pentagon has confirmed that 13 US soldiers were killed and 15 wounded in a bomb blast outside Kabul airport. Five of the injured are in critical condition. The identities of those killed and injured will be revealed with the permission of the families.
This is the second highest number of US troops killed in a single day in the 20-year war in Afghanistan. Earlier in 2011, 30 American soldiers were killed in a helicopter attack, the highest number of American soldiers killed in a single day.
28 Taliban fighters also killed in blasts?
The US media quoted a local Taliban leader as claiming that a suicide bomber blew himself up at Kabul airport, killing 28 militants guarding the airport and wounding several others.
The Taliban leader blamed the United States for poor security at the airport, saying the airport was guarded by US officials who failed to protect people.
We can confirm that the explosion at the Abbey Gate was the result of a complex attack that resulted in a number of US & civilian casualties. We can also confirm at least one other explosion at or near the Baron Hotel, a short distance from Abbey Gate. We will continue to update.
— John Kirby (@PentagonPresSec) August 26, 2021
On the other hand, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid in an interview given to British media denied the deaths of Taliban in the blast and said that the security of Kabul airport was the responsibility of the United States so there were no Taliban fighters there.
Committee announces investigation into Taliban suicide attack
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said that an inquiry committee has been formed to investigate the blast at Kabul airport which will not only investigate the incident but also work out a plan of action to prevent such incidents in the future.
ISIS could launch more attacks, US
The United States has warned that ISIS could carry out more attacks on US troops and civilians in Afghanistan, so security at the airport will be beefed up. However, the US president has vowed to continue the evacuation process.
Revenge of the late US President announced
In his speech, US President Joe Biden strongly condemned the suicide attacks at Kabul Airport. President Joe Biden was shocked to learn of the deaths of US troops in the bombings.
The US president called the dead American soldiers heroes and vowed to take revenge on those responsible for the attacks. He warned that the attackers would have to pay the price. President Joe Biden also announced the continuation of the evacuation mission.
What happened at the time of the explosion?
The first blast struck at the main gate of Kabul Airport, where a large crowd had gathered and US military personnel were on security duty, while the second blast took place outside a nearby hotel where British troops and Afghan nationals Arranging the transfer.
Firing was also heard after the blasts. Several people fell into a ditch near the airport. There was chaos everywhere. Dozens were crushed in the stampede. There are corpses everywhere. There were many difficulties in transporting such a large number of dead and injured to the hospital.
Earlier, Western countries, including the United States and Britain, had issued strict instructions to their citizens to stay away from Kabul airport in view of terrorism.
It should be noted that since the Taliban's conquest of Kabul on August 15, the process of leaving Afghanistan with the families of Afghan nationals working for US and NATO forces is underway and the evacuation process is being carried out from Kabul Airport. Where thousands of citizens gather every day.
