Afghanistan: Explosion close to school leaves nine dead
Kabul: A gas tank exploded in the Lalpora district of eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan on Monday which left nine students dead, media reports said.
The incident left four others hurt.
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The incident has reportedly taken place close to a school in the Biganana residence of the district, reports Khaama Press.
The deceased are all students of Warsak primary school.
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