18 die in Algeria train blast

Monday 23 February 1998 19:02 EST

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A BOMB exploded under a train, killing 18 people and injuring 25, Algerian state radio reported. The bomb was set off near El Affroune, 12 miles from Algiers. There was no claim of responsibility but the area was known for attacks by the Armed Islamic Group. Bombs also ripped out a section of Algeria's biggest gas pipeline, an industry source confirmed.

- AP, Algiers

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