Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang on Thursday condemned the recent terrorist attack at a mosque in Peshawar that claimed the lives of over 100 worshippers.
At least 100 people were killed by a suicide bombing that apparently targeted policemen praying in a mosque in Peshawar on Monday. The mosque is within the tightly guarded police headquarters area.
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In their separate messages to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Chinese leaders on behalf of their government and the people extended condolences to the bereaved families over the loss of life.
“China resolutely opposes all forms of terrorism and is willing to deepen counter-terrorism cooperation with Pakistan to jointly maintain peace and security in the region and globe,” the Chinese president and the premier said.
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