Under the Chairmanship of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb the Muslim Council of Elders strongly condemns the terrorist attack near the Foreign Ministry in Afghanistan's capital Kabul, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries.

The Council reiterates its categorical rejection of such terrorist attacks and violence, which contradict the teachings of all religions as well as international laws and norms. It calls for a unified stand in order to eradicate and uproot such vicious acts of terrorism.

The Council also extends its condolences to the people of Afghanistan as well as the families of the victims who perished in the attack while praying for a speedy recovery for the wounded.