13 US service members killed in twin explosions outside Kabul airport

At least 13 U.S. service members were among dozens killed after twin explosions tore through the crowd congregating at the Abbey Gate of Hamid Karzai International Airport in the Afghan capital and a hotel about 200 yards from the gate.

The death toll, including 11 U.S. Marines and a Navy medic, and an additional 15 service members were wounded on Thursday, were reported by Commander, Gen. Kenneth McKenzie during a Pentagon press briefing Thursday afternoon.

A Central Command spokesperson said Thursday evening an additional service member died since McKenzie's remarks. The toll...