Afghanistan intelligence Service centre in Kabul under deadly attack
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KABUL - Afghanistan’s intelligence service has been hit by militants on Thursday in the capital Kabul, an official at the centre said.
Staff and officials at the centre took shelter in a protected area of the compound as gunfire came from a half-finished building near the site. Kabul police spokesperson Hashmat Stanekzai said the attackers were firing rocket-propelled grenades and other weapons but it was unclear how many gunmen were involved.
The area around the site was closed off but media reported that gunfire and at least one explosion could be heard. There was no initial word on any casualties or claim of responsibility.
Military and intelligence facilities in Kabul have been regularly targeted by military. The latest incident comes at a time of high tension following a series of attacks including a full-scale assault on the city of Ghazni last week.
