The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed the governor of Afghanistan's northern Balkh province and two other people at his office.
The regional affiliate of IS -- known as the Islamic State in Khorasan Province -- is a key rival of the Taliban. The militant group has increased its attacks in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover of the country in August 2021. Targets have included Taliban patrols and members of Afghanistan's Shiite minority.
The Islamic State late Thursday claimed responsibility for the attack, naming the assailant as Abdul Haq al-Khorasani. Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban's chief spokesman, said Muzmal was killed "by the enemies of Islam." He said an investigation is underway, but provided no further details. In recent months, the Taliban cracked down on IS. Their security forces killed several regional members, including leaders, in separate operations in February.
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