Pakistan sad over U.S diplomat death in Karachi blast
IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency
Islamabad, March 2,IRNA -- Pakistan on Thursday condemned the deadly bomb blast in Karachi and expressed shock over the death of an American diplomat in the attack, which also killed three other people. The Government of Pakistan strongly condemns the horrific terrorist attack in Karachi in which several innocent lives have been lost and many injured, a Foreign Office statement said.
"It is with deep sadness we have learnt that one American officer and one Pakistani employee of the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi also lost their lives," the statement said.
"We extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the bereaved families and express complete solidarity with the victims.
We also offer our profound sorrow and condolences to the Government and people of the United States over their loss."
The statement said Pakistan rejects terrorism in all its forms adding Pakistan has been a victim of terrorism and suffering from this scourge for a long time.
The statement said that the incident is being investigated, saying that those responsible for this outrageous attack would be found and brought to justice.
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