Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Istanbul

Pakistan strongly condemns terrorist attack in Istanbul

Islamabad (Web Desk/Agencies): Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the terrorist attack targeting the Courthouse complex in Istanbul.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the brotherly people and government of Turkiye and pray for the swift and complete recovery of those injured in this heinous attack. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families,” the Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson said in a statement.

According to Turkish media, two shooters attempting to attack a checkpoint outside a courthouse in Istanbul were captured dead.

“Today, there has been an attempted terrorist attack at the security checkpoint in front of the C Gate of Caglayan Courthouse,” Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on X (formerly Twitter) after the attack that left six people injured, including three police officers.

The FO spokesperson also reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolute solidarity with Turkiye in its fight against the scourge of terrorism.