Doha / Information Office / June 03

The State of Qatar has strongly condemned the explosion which targeted a government bus in the Afghan capital Kabul, causing deaths and injuries.

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

The statement expressed the condolences of the State of Qatar to the victims' families, the government and the people of Afghanistan, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.