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Blast, gunshots heard at American University in Kabul, reporter says

A blast and gunshots have been heard at the American University of Afghanistan complex in Kabul, according to eyewitnesses. Fires are burning on the campus, sai...
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A blast and gunshots have been heard at the American University of Afghanistan complex in Kabul, according to eyewitnesses.

Fires are burning on the campus, said Tarek Mahjari, a reporter for Tolo News who reported the details in a phone interview with his employer.

Ambulances, security forces and search and rescue teams are en route to the university.

The blast occurred at 7:50 p.m. local, when students were gathering and eating together.

Officials tell CNN that it is too early to comment.

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