Kuwait condemns bomb attack in Kabul

KUWAIT CITY - Kuwait strongly condemned on Wednesday the suicide bombing that targeted an educational center in the Afghan capital of Kabul earlier in the day, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

The government of Kuwait renews solidarity with Afghanistan and reaffirms rejection to all forms of violence and terrorism, an official at the ministry said in a statement.

The source reiterated the call for more international efforts to combat terrorism and ensure security for all humanity.

He also expressed condolences to the families of the victims and wished the wounded quick recovery.

Up to 48 students were killed and 67 others injured in a suicide bomb blast targeting a private educational center in Dasht-e-Barchi locality of Kabul on Wednesday, the Afghan Public Health Ministry said.

No group has claimed responsibility yet. However, people pointed finger at the Islamic State group, saying the extremists could be behind the deadly attack as it did in the past.