Kabul, Sep 13 (IANS): A fierce gun battle broke out close to the US embassy in Afghanistan's capital Kabul Tuesday afternoon, an official said, adding that four blasts were also heard.
"The incident happened in Char Rahi Abdul Haq area which is close to the US embassy and NATO-led ISAF headquarters," the official told Xinhua requesting anonymity.
Police have cordoned off the area.
The attackers have occupied a tall building and are apparently targeting the US embassy.
Security forces are firing back at the attackers.