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China condemns Pakistan mosque attack

“We express our deep condolences for the loss of life in the attack and extend sympathies to the injured and the bereaved families.”

• January 31, 2023
Pakistan Mosque Bombing
Security officials and rescue workers search bodies at the site of suicide bombing, in Peshawar, Pakistan, Monday, Jan. 30, 2023. A suicide bomber struck Monday inside a mosque in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar, killing multiple people and wounding scores of worshippers, officials said. (AP Photo/Zubair Khan)

China is deeply shocked by and strongly condemns a deadly attack at a mosque in Pakistan’s northwest Peshawar city, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday.

“We express our deep condolences for the loss of life in the attack and extend sympathies to the injured and the bereaved families,” Ms Mao told a press briefing.

She said China opposes terrorism in any form and firmly supports Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism, defending national stability, and protecting people’s lives.

According to media reports, the Monday blast killed at least 59 people and injured 157 others.  

(dpa/NAN)

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