Muslim Council of Elders Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

The #Muslim_Council_of_Elders under the Chairmanship of His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, strongly condemns the twin terrorist attacks that occurred in the provinces of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, resulting in dozens of deaths and injuries.

The Council affirms its unequivocal rejection of such terrorist acts that contradict religious teachings, divine laws and international norms that criminalize attacks on innocent civilians and places of worship. The Council also calls for a strong response to terrorism and to eradicate its roots.

The Muslim Council of Elders expresses its deepest condolences to the state of Pakistan, its leadership, government, and people, as well as to the families of the victims, whilst wishing the injured a swift recovery.