Afghanistan, Feb. 15 -- Local authorities in Samangan province said two individuals have been arrested in connection with injuring four worshipers in Samangan. The incident occurred during Friday prayers on February 14 at a Mosque in the city of Aybak.
According to a statement from Hashmatullah Rahmani, spokesperson for the Samangan Police, the two individuals, residents of Samangan, threw a hand grenade inside the mosque, resulting in injuries to four worshipers. The attack was reportedly motivated by personal grievances with the mosque's community.
Rahmani confirmed that after being informed of the incident, the Deputy Security Commander and personnel from the third security district of the Samangan Police responded quickly. They appreh...