Series of attacks across Afghanistan, including Taliban truck bombing, kills at least 12 people and injures many ahead of Afghan peace talks
Relatives of the wounded react to news of the blast in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan on August 25, 2020.
The truck suicide bomber struck in northern Balkh province, killing three people, including two Afghan commandos and a civilian, according to Munir Ahmad Farhad, the spokesman for the provincial governor. Diplomats say Pakistan, which has long had influence over different Afghan factions, including the Taliban, has in recent months been pushing for a reduction in violence.
The policewomen, Saba Saher, is also a well-known actress, and she was said to be in stable condition following the shooting.
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