“International forces continue to perform a critical role in Afghanistan’s security and are providing critical training for the country’s future and stability,” said the Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan and head of Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).

“The attack on these servicemen is a tragedy,” Ján Kubiš continued, extending his deepest condolences and sympathies to the families and friends of the victi

According to media reports, the attacker wore an Afghan army military uniform when he opened fire inside a military academy. Among those hit was an Afghan commander.

Special Representative Ján Kubiš. UN Photo/Amanda Voisard