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21 killed, dozens injured in twin blast targeting Catholic cathedral in the Philippines

Published time: 27 Jan, 2019 03:47Edited time: 27 Jan, 2019 10:28

At least 21 people have been killed and dozens more injured after two bombs exploded during Sunday Mass near a Roman Catholic cathedral in the Philippines island of Mindanao.

The first blast that took place outside Jolo cathedral was followed by a second explosion just after emergency services arrived at the scene to treat the wounded, security officials told AP. At least 21 people werekilled and 71 others wounded in dual explosions, security officials said. According to unofficial reports, casualties included both troops and civilians.