ISLAMABAD: Different countries, their embassies, and diplomats based in Islamabad condemned the tragic bombing at a mosque in the outskirts of the federal capital and called it an unacceptable act of terrorism.
In a statement, US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker strongly condemned the bombing and said, “On behalf of the United States, I offer our sincere condolences to those injured and to the families and loved ones of those killed by this attack,” she said.
She stated that acts of terror and violence against civilians and places of worship are unacceptable. The people of Pakistan deserve safety, dignity, and the ability to practice their faith without fear. She added that Washington would continue supporting Pakistan’s efforts to advance peace and security and remained committed to their partnership.
In its statement, the Chinese Embassy said it was “deeply saddened” by the attack and expressed condolences and sympathies to the deceased and their families, wishing the injured a fast recovery.
“We stand firmly with our Pakistani brothers and sisters in this difficult time,” it added.
The Russian Embassy condemned the bombing in the strongest possible terms, adding, “Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the victims. We wish a speedy recovery to all those injured.”
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper expressed deep shock at the “appalling” attack in Islamabad.
“My thoughts are with the victims, families and all affected,” she wrote on X. She said that the UK stands with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism and in support of all communities affected by such senseless violence.
British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott took to X and extended her thoughts and prayers to the victims and their families. “Outraged and heartbroken by the horrific attack at Imambargah in Islamabad during Friday prayers,” she said.
In a statement, the Turkish Embassy condemned the bombing, calling it “abhorrent” and praying for the recovery of the injured. It said, “We share the deep sorrow of the families who lost their loved ones and pray for Allah’s mercy upon the victims,” the statement read.
“Turkiye stands firmly with our brother Pakistan. We remain fully committed to supporting Pakistan in its fight against all forms of terrorism.”
Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam condemned the incident in a post on X on behalf of the government and the people of Iran. “On behalf of the government and the people of the Islamic Republic of Iran, I strongly condemn the hideous and awkward terrorist attack in Islamabad during the Friday prayers, which led to the martyrdom and injury of tens of innocent civilians.”
The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman also condemned that attack and offered condolences to the families of the victims.
He underlined the “principled policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran to firmly condemn all forms of terrorism and violent extremism and said preventing and combating the heinous phenomenon of terrorism requires the cooperation and coordination of all countries in the region, as well as continuous efforts to confront its perpetrators, organisers, supporters, and financial backers,” Iran’s foreign ministry said in a post on X.
Azerbaijan’s foreign ministry strongly condemned “this heinous act of violence and terrorism, which targeted worshippers at a sacred place”. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families, and we wish a swift recovery to those injured,” the ministry said in a statement.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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