Press Release Regarding the Terrorist Attack Perpetrated in the City of Quetta in Pakistan

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 27.08.2016

No: 203, 27 August 2016

We have learnt with sorrow that according to the initial reports, six police officers lost their lives and two were injured as a result of the terrorist attack targeting a vehicle of security forces yesterday (26 August) in Ouetta, capital of Pakistan's province Balochistan.

We strongly condemn this henious terrorist attack, wish God's mercy on those who lost their lives, hope for a speedy recovery to the wounded, and convey our condolences to the Government and brotherly people of Pakistan.

We believe that this attack targeting Pakistan's peace and stability will not affect its determination in its fight against terrorism, and on this occasion, we reiterate once again our support to the Government of Pakistan and solidarity with the brotherly people of Pakistan.

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