Doha / Information Office / December 17

The State of Qatar strongly condemned the bombing targeting worshipers inside a church in the city of Quetta in southwestern Pakistan, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries.

In a statement Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar's firm position rejecting violence and terrorism regardless of motives and reasons.

The statement extended condolences of the State of Qatar to the families of the victims and to the government and people of Pakistan, wishing speedy recovery for the wounded.