Afghanistan: 61 dead as IS claims twin blasts in Kabul

Islamic State jihadists claimed responsibility for twin explosions that ripped through crowds of Shiite Hazaras in Kabul, killing at least 61 people and wounding 207 others in apparently their deadliest attack in the Afghan capital

Kabul (Afghanistan): Islamic State jihadists claimed responsibility for twin explosions on Saturday, that ripped through crowds of Shiite Hazaras in Kabul, killing at least 61 people and wounding 207 others in apparently their deadliest attack in the Afghan capital.

Volunteers move the bodies of victims at the scene of a suicide attack in Kabul, Afghanistan. Pic/AFP

The bombings during a huge protest over a power transmission line could deepen sectarian divisions in a country well known for communal harmony despite decades of war.

The blasts took place during a demonstration at the Deh Mazang Circle of Kabul.

Volunteers assisted in helping the injured and moving the bodies of victims at the scene of the bombings.

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