Afghanistan, July 31: At least nine civilians were killed and 50 others were wounded in Pakistani forces rocket attacks on โ€œresidential areasโ€ in Spin Boldak district, Kandahar province, on Thursday, according to Afghanistan's TOLO news.

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid. The Taliban have denied responsibility for the attack, while the Islamic State has not yet commented, according to a BBC report. Afghanistan: Magnetic Mine Blast Targets Police Vehicle in Kabul; 1 killed, 2 Injured.

9 Civilians Killed & 50 Wounded in Pakistani Forces Rocket Attack in Kandahar Province:ย 

The blast took place near the governor's office at a time whenย people were shopping ahead of the festival.ย The Taliban and Afghan government have agreed on a three-day ceasefire starting Friday, the first day of Eid.

In another similar incident earlier this week, one person was killed and two others were injured in a magnetic mine blast that targeted a police vehicle in Kabul.

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