Sunday 23 April 2017

Afghanistan reels from Taliban's deadliest attack on army since 2001

Afghanistan reels from Taliban's deadliest attack on army since 2001 | World news | The Guardian

The president, Ashraf Ghani, called for a national day of mourning and travelled to Mazar-i-Sharif to visit the base, but many among a grieving population called for answers, reassurances - and government heads to roll.
In an apparent attempt to save face, the central administration has continuously downplayed the death toll, which has been confirmed by anonymous officials in many corners of government.

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