The explosion targeted the mosque in Gardez city, the provincial capital of Paktia province, Afghanistan.
“Explosion reported inside a mosque in Gardez city, Paktia province, local officials confirmed. Causalities feared. #Afghanistan” Tolo News tweeted.
According to latest reports, 20 people were killed.
Local officials confirmed the incident and said preliminary reports indicate a suicide attack has taken place inside a mosque, the Khaama reported.