This article is from the source 'rtcom' and was first published or seen on . It last changed over 40 days ago and won't be checked again for changes.

You can find the current article at its original source at https://www.rt.com/news/466735-dozens-killed-kabul-wedding/

The article has changed 7 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.

Version 1 Version 2
Dozens killed as blast rocks Afghan wedding hall in Kabul – reports Dozens killed & injured as blast rocks Afghan wedding hall in Kabul
(about 2 hours later)
Dozens of people are feared dead after a powerful blast rocked a wedding reception in the western part of Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul.Dozens of people are feared dead after a powerful blast rocked a wedding reception in the western part of Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul.
Interior Ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi said that “blast caused civilian casualties,” adding that these may yet number in their dozens.Interior Ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi said that “blast caused civilian casualties,” adding that these may yet number in their dozens.
Witnesses said the building was packed with guests when the blast struck, as it’s Afghani tradition to invite hundreds of people to weddings.Witnesses said the building was packed with guests when the blast struck, as it’s Afghani tradition to invite hundreds of people to weddings.
Videos on social media showed shocked women screaming and crying outside the Shahr-e-Dubai wedding hall.Videos on social media showed shocked women screaming and crying outside the Shahr-e-Dubai wedding hall.
Gruesome photos reportedly taken at the scene of the tragedy pictured bodies scattered on the floor amid overturned tables and chairs.Gruesome photos reportedly taken at the scene of the tragedy pictured bodies scattered on the floor amid overturned tables and chairs.
Conflicting reports have emerged as to the number of people killed and injured in the apparent suicide bombing. Local authorities have promised to give an official statement with details on the attack.
DETAILS TO FOLLOWDETAILS TO FOLLOW