Bulgaria condemns terrorism in all its forms, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) stated in a post on the social network "X" regarding yesterday's terrorist act in Islamabad. The announcement from the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry came against the backdrop of the tragic events that took human lives in the Pakistani capital.
Bulgaria expressed deep outrage at yesterday's deadly terrorist attack in Islamabad. "Our thoughts are with the bereaved families, and we wish a speedy recovery to all the injured," the statement from the Foreign Ministry added.
Yesterday, according to reports from world agencies, at least 12 people lost their lives after a car bomb exploded in front of the district court in Islamabad. The media cited information from Pakistani state sources. The tension in the area was palpable as rescuers tried to help the victims. The Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack. According to witnesses, the suicide bomber waited in front of the court building before detonating his explosive device near a police car. The explosion caused chaos and panic in the area, while raising questions about security in the capital.
The reaction of the international community was quick and unanimous. Bulgaria joined a number of countries and organizations in strongly condemning the act of violence. On the social network "X", the official account of the Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs published a message expressing condolences to the families of the victims and wishes for the speedy recovery of the injured. The statement ended with the categorical condemnation of terrorism in all its manifestations.