At least five dead as blood spills in Kandahar

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At least five civilians are killed and dozens of others wounded in Kandahar Sunday.

Officials say a suicide bomber targeted a convoy carrying Afghan army soldiers.

The Afghan Taliban is claiming responsibility for the attack.

A witness describes the chaos on the streets.

(SOUNDBITE) (Pashto) EYEWITNESS AND SHOPKEEPER AIN UDDIN SAYING:

"I was drinking tea in my shop when I heard a huge explosion. After the explosion there was dust and smoke in the area, I came out of my shop and escaped from the scene. I don't know what happened next."

Officials say three Afghan army soldiers are among the wounded.