BREAKING Explosion reported close to Khost airport and U.S. Forces base in Afghanistan

A suicide blast has reportedly taken place near a US Air Force base in Afghanistan, according to local media.
It occurred shortly after US Defense Secretary James Mattis arrived in the country.

The attack, which reportedly happened in the eastern province of Khost, comes after Mattis’ arrival to discuss the situation on the ground, as President Donald Trump contemplates sending more troops to Afghanistan.