Several users wrote on Twitter that they had heard a “powerful” explosion. In addition, pictures and videos were shared showing a large, black, rising column of smoke. Two local journalists spoke of a rocket that hit a private home near the airport. This information could not be verified independently.
At least 13 US soldiers and two British soldiers were killed in an attack by the Islamic State (IS) terrorist militia at Kabul airport on Thursday. The information on the Afghan fatalities fluctuates, broadcasters such as CNN spoke of up to 200 dead.
US President Joe Biden warned of possible further attacks on Sunday. The US army, which is currently flying out of the airport and bringing troops to safety, had also announced that there would probably be further explosions of equipment.
