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1st LD: Roadside bomb wounds soldier in E. Afghanistan

Xinhua, March 9, 2015 Adjust font size:

One Afghan soldier was injured as a roadside bomb struck a military vehicle in Koz Kunar district of the eastern Nangarhar province on Monday, a spokesman for the provincial government said.

"A mine planted by militants struck a military vehicle in Bashi Kala village of Koz Kunar district this morning, injuring a soldier," Ahmad Zia Abdulzai told reporters.

Without giving more details, the spokesman said an investigation has been underway.

Locals said the violent incident happened at around 10:00 a.m. local time (0530 GMT) when an army vehicle was passing the area.

On the other hand, Zabihullah Mujahid, who claims to speak for the Taliban outfit, claimed responsibility for the attack, insisting five soldiers were injured in the roadside bombing. Endi