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July 20, 2021

Rockets Land Near Afghan Presidential Palace During Outdoor Eid Prayers
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In Afghanistan, three rockets landed near the presidential palace in
Kabul earlier today while Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and other top
officials were taking part in outdoor Eid prayers. The incident was
aired live on television. There were no immediate reports of injuries.
The Taliban denied responsibility for the blasts.


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