Loud explosion, gunfire rock downtown Kabul: officials

Kabul, Apr 20 (AFP) A loud explosion and gunfire was heard in central Kabul on Saturday, in a blast Afghan officials said occurred near the communication ministry. "Around 11:40 am (0710 GMT) an explosion heard near the communication ministry, and sporadic fires have also been heard in the area," said interior ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi.

The communication ministry is located in downtown Kabul, about two kilometres (1.25 miles) from the green zone. (AFP) RUP