Pakistan condemns terrorist Attacks in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Monday strongly condemns terrorist attacks in Afghan city of Jalalabad and the northern province of Balkh.

A Foreign Office statement said, "We are grieved at the loss of precious lives and express our heartfelt condolences with the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of the wounded."

Pakistan condemned terrorism in all forms and manifestations and reaffirmed its firm commitment for continued efforts and cooperation for eliminating of this menace, the statement added.

"We express solidarity with the government and people of Afghanistan in the fight against terrorism and believe concerted efforts by states, and close cooperation among them, are needed for eliminating the common challenge of terrorism."