Bomb blast in Herat city in bloody week in Afghanistan
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HERAT, AFGHANISTAN: A suspected bomb outside a mosque in the Afghan city of Herat killed at least seven people and wounded 15 on Tuesday, police said, the latest casualties in a particularly bloody week in Afghanistan.
Officials in the western city believe explosives were hidden in a motorcycle left in a parking area outside the Jama Masjid, a large mosque dating from the 12th century, known for its intricate blue tiles.
Abdul Ahad Walizada, spokesperson for Herat police, said at least seven people were killed and 15 wounded as they made their way to the mosque for prayers.
