Afghanistan hit by wave of attacks

The latest violence comes as US-led coalition soldiers fight an escalating insurgency in the south and southeast, mountainous regions believed to be hosting a permanent Taliban presence.

UN staff working on the elections survived a bold attack in southeastern Paktia province on Sunday when militants attempted to ambush their four-vehicle convoy with two landmines and followed up with small-arms fire.

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The 15 international and Afghan staff, who were being escorted by armed police, were unharmed.