Assailants opened fire on soldiers manning the compound and then drove a truck loaded with explosives inside, detonating the vehicle, the official said.

The attack occurred in Sabri district close to the border with Pakistan, Sabri's district chief, Lutfullah Babakarkheil, told Reuters.

"I know two rooms have been destroyed and there are some casualties," he said.

Reuters

Güncelleme Tarihi: 03 Mart 2008, 16:43