Afghan army mortar fire kills dozens at wedding party

At least 26 civilians have been killed and over 40 wounded after Afghan army mortar rockets targeted a wedding party in southern Helmand. Most of the victims are believed to be women and children.

At least 26 civilians have been killed and over 40 wounded after Afghan army mortar rockets targeted a wedding party in southern Helmand. Most of the victims are believed to be women and children.

According to security sources, the tragedy happened in a village in Sangin district, which was targeted by artillery fire from three directions.

The sources added that they do not know whether the attack was intentional.