Press Release Regarding the terrorist attack against a Mosque in Saudi Arabia

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 22.05.2015

No: 162, 22 May 2015

We strongly condemn the terrorist attack carried out today (22 May) against a mosque in the province of Qatif, Saudi Arabia during the Friday Prayer and resulted in the death and injury of many people. We wish God's mercy on those who lost their lives, convey our condolences to their families, the brotherly people and Government of Saudi Arabia and wish a speedy recovery to the wounded.

Emphasizing Turkey’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia in its fight against terrorism, we reiterate our strong support to the security and stability of Saudi Arabia.

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