Pakistan condemns attack at Kuwait mosque

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Saturday strongly condemned a deadly terrorist attack at a mosque in Kuwaiti capital during Friday prayers, resulting in the loss of 27 lives and injuries to about 227 people, an official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

"The government of Pakistan and it’s people wish to convey their heartfelt sympathies and deepest condolences to the bereaved families and pray for speedy recovery of the injured."

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Pakistan shares the grief of the brotherly people of Kuwait over this cowardly and deliberate attack against innocent civilians, the statement added.

“Pakistan reiterates its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”