10 NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan in deadly day of violence

KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, AFGHANISTAN -- Ten NATO troops were killed Monday in bombings and shootings in eastern and southern Afghanistan, military officials said, in the deadliest day for the U.S.-led international force this year.

The day's deadliest attack occurred in eastern Afghanistan, where an improvised explosive device killed five troops, NATO military authorities said.

"The United States will continue to stand with our Afghan partners to fight terrorism and help the Afghan government provide security, safety and prosperity to its people," the U.S. Embassy said in a statement about the attack. ... - 10 NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan in deadly day of violence

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