Pakistan condemns heinous terrorist attack in Vienna

Pakistan condemned on Tuesday the heinous terrorist attack in Central Vienna that resulted in the loss of precious lives and injuries.

On Monday, gunmen attacked six locations in central Vienna killing two people and injuring at least 14. Rabbi Schlomo Hofmeister told London’s LBC radio he saw the gunmen shooting at the guests of the various bars and pubs, Reuters reported.

“The gunmen were running around and shooting at least 100 rounds or even more in front of our building,” he said. Interior Minister Karl Nehammer said at least one perpetrator is still on the run.

In a statement issued today, the Foreign Office (FO) said that conveyed deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the families of the victims. FO also wished a speedy recovery to those injured.

"Pakistan reiterates its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations," FO said.