At least 35 civilians killed by Afghan forces in southern Helmand province
At least 35 civilians were killed and 13 people were
injured during an attack conducted by the Afghan government forces in southern
Helmand province, two provincial officials said on Monday.
The incident occurred on Sunday night when Afghan
forces raided a house that the officials said was being used by the Taliban to
train suicide bombers, but during the attack a wedding venue situated adjacent
the target came under fire.
“35 civilians were killed and 13 are injured. These
people were attending a wedding party near to the attack site in Khaksar area
of Musa Qala district,” said Attaullah Afghan, a member of the Helmand
provincial council member.
A second provincial council member, Abdul Majid
Akhundzadah said 40 people, all civilians, were killed in the attack.
