Afghanistan suicide attack kills 50
A suicide bomber blew himself up during the match which left 60 people injured, reports said.
Mukhlis Afghan, the governor’s spokesman, told Pajhwok Afghan News the suicide attack took place when a volleyball match was underway at around 4: 30 pm between Yusufkhelo and Yahyakhelo districts.
Deputy Governor Attaullah Fazli was quoted as saying by the news agency that a bicycle rider blew himself up when the play ground was packed of viewers and players.
Country's president Ashraf Ghani has condemned the incident.
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