January 17, 2026 03:16 am (IST)
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Afghanistan: Kandahar bombing likely to have planned in Quetta, says NDS
Kabul, Jan 17 (IBNS): Standing firm on their stance, the Afghanistan security officials have said that the deadly Kandahar bombing, which killed at least a dozen people, was likely to have plotted in Pakistan's Quetta, local Khaama Press reported.
The claim is reportedly made by National Directorate of Security (NDS), the Afghani intelligence agency.
The UAE is also investigating the incident, following the death of five diplomats.
The bombing claimed the life of Kandahar Deputy Governor, while injuring the Governor and UAE ambassador to Afghanistan.
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