In Afghanistan, six civilians were killed in an airstrike in the northern part of the country over the weekend. Balkh Governor's Spokesman Munir Farhad confirmed that civilians had been killed in Boka. <br />''<br />''He said, officials were still investigating the incident. The United Nations also confirmed the death today.<br />''<br />''The United States and Afghan militaries are the only forces in Afghanistan that have the capability to carry out airstrikes in the country.<br />''<br />''<br />