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30 abducted civilians killed by IS in Afghanistan

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30 abducted civilians killed by IS in Afghanistan

Thirty people have been kidnapped and killed by militants linked to so-called Islamic State group in Afghanistan's Ghor province.

The provincial government spokesman said the people were abducted as they collected firewood in the mountains.

They were shot dead when local people tried to rescue them. The spokesman said an IS commander was also killed.

IS has been gaining some support in Afghanistan and in some areas is challenging the Taliban.

Date
2016.10.26 / 10:33
Author
Valeh Mammadli
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