Taliban militants have launched a rocket attack in eastern Afghanistan, killing at least six civilians and injuring several others, Afghans officials say.

The attack targeted a market in eastern Paktia province on Thursday.

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Taliban have not yet claimed responsibility for the attack.

Taliban-led violence has recently increased in Afghanistan, with militants targeting both military personnel and civilians.

The Taliban have regularly murdered tribal leaders accused of colluding with the government or US-led forces.

The continuous killing of civilians by foreign forces and Taliban has caused deep resentment among the Afghan population. Violence killed over 2,400 civilians in Afghanistan last year.