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From Dan Sabbagh, the Guardian’s defence and security editor:
British defence sources believe there are no military casualties following the explosion near the Baron hotel – impact on civilians not yet clear.
2.50pm BST
One of the entry gates to Kabul airport has been hit by a large explosion only hours after western intelligence agencies warned of an imminent terrorist threat.
The blast, which was confirmed by Pentagon press secretary John Kirby on Twitter appears to have occurred at the Abbey Gate into the international airport, was followed by gunfire and came as several western countries announced the end of their evacuation flights citing an acute threat of an attack possibly within hours.
We can confirm an explosion outside Kabul airport. Casualties are unclear at this time. We will provide additional details when we can.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2021/aug/26/afghanistan-live-news-updates-evacuation-refugees-taliban-kabul-airport-latest
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