ISLAMABAD/ANKARA - Pakistan yesterday strongly condemned the terrorist attack at the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ (TUSAS) headquarters, which resulted in tragic loss of lives saying the menace of terrorism and militancy is not tolerable in any manifestation.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Office in their separate statements strongly condemned the terrorist attack and extended their deepest condolences and expressed solidarity with the government and people of Turkiye during this hour of grief.
Five people were killed and 14 others got wounded in what the Turkish government called a terrorist attack at the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ (TUSAS) headquarters, after witnesses said they had heard gunfire and an explosion at the site near Ankara.
Zardari in his condolence message said that Pakistan stood in full solidarity with the Turkish brothers and sisters in this difficult time.
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“We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives in this cowardly attack, and we pray for the swift recovery of the injured”, he added.
The President remarked that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations was a global menace and Pakistan, having endured the scourge of terrorism, understood the pain and suffering caused by such brutal acts.
He emphasized that terrorists were enemies of peace and humanity, reiterating the need for united efforts by the international community to eradicate the scourge of terrorism and ensure a secure future for all nations.
Prime Minister Shehbaz in a post on X strongly condemned the terrorist attack and termed it dastardly act.
He said Pakistan stands in complete solidarity with his Turkish brothers and offers condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.