Mines Planted In Playground Kill 10 in Afghanistan

Afghan officials say two mines planted in a playground in the Arghandab district of Kandahar province killed 10 people when they exploded Sunday. The explosions occurred while people were gathered at the playground for a dog fight.

Authorities say the blasts claimed the lives of 8 civilians and 2 police officers. At least 12 civilians and 5 police officers were wounded. The Interior Ministry said an investigation has been launched.

"The leadership of Ministry of Interior strongly condemns the insurgent's un-Islamic and inhumane action," the ministry said in a statement.

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