Bahrain condemns terrorist attack in New York

Manama : Bahrain has strongly condemned the terrorist truck attack that took place in New York, which resulted in scores of deaths and injuries.

"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement Bahrain's support for all efforts and measures taken by the United States to combat all forms of terrorism and enhance security and stability."

"The ministry expresses its sincere condolences to the American government, people and families of the victims, and wishes speedy recovery to those injured in this terrorist act that targets the safety of innocent people," the statement said.

"The ministry reiterates Bahrain's firm stance that rejects all acts of violence, extremism and terrorism, and calls to reinforce international cooperation to ensure the elimination of terrorism and the drying up of its sources of support and funding."