A bomb blast near Delhi's historic Red Fort has resulted in at least eight fatalities and numerous injuries. The explosion, occurring near a traffic signal by the Red Fort metro station, affected several vehicles in the vicinity.

The United States issued a statement expressing vigilance and readiness to provide consular assistance to its citizens in the wake of the explosion. State Department spokesperson confirmed that they are 'closely monitoring the situation' following the incident.

The high-intensity blast injured twenty-four people, who were promptly taken to LNJP hospital located a few kilometers away. The blast has added significant tension to the bustling evening hours in one of Delhi's most crowded areas.

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