Multiple Explosions, Gunfire Heard Near Venue of Taliban’s Ulema Gathering in Kabul

At a time when the Taliban was trying to send a message of dominance to the world through their Ulema gathering, Kabul residents have reported multiple explosions from near the Loya Jirga tent.
The Taliban’s ongoing gathering of religious scholars suffered a big setback as gunfire and clashes were also reported since 12:40 Kabul time, as per local sources.
Taliban officials have not yet commented on the explosions and gunfire near the venue and more details are expected to be released concerning the incidents.
