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| Explosion and gunfire reported near American University in Kabul | Explosion and gunfire reported near American University in Kabul |
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| Explosions and gunfire have been reported at the American University in Kabul, according to witness reports and students. | Explosions and gunfire have been reported at the American University in Kabul, according to witness reports and students. |
| Security forces responded to emergency calls in the capital. | Security forces responded to emergency calls in the capital. |
| The attack began at 7pm on Wednesday evening when residents heard a loud blast near the university, according to BNO News. | |
| Gunmen entered the building as classes were taking place. | |
| Hundreds of students and teachers are reportedly trapped inside the building, including Associated Press Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, Massoud Hossaini. | |
| It was not immediately known if there were any casualties, but students that were trapped in classrooms have reported seeing deaths. | |
| The attack comes shortly after two American and Australian professors were kidnapped at gunpoint from the university. | |
| The prestigious institution opened three days later mid-August, but authorities are reportedly worried about the security of the campus and the effect the incident would have on attracting future students. | |
| It opened in 2006 and is attended by more than 1,000 students, offering a full undergraduate curriculum and all courses are taught in English. | |
| More to follow. | More to follow. |