The United States condemned the “suicide attack” that targeted a political rally in Pakistan on Sunday and extended its deepest condolences to the victims’ families.
The US Embassy in Pakistan issued the following statement: “We strongly condemn this heinous act of violence, which resulted in the loss of innocent lives and affected many others.” According to Pakistan’s Associated Press, such terrorist activities have no place in a peaceful and democratic society.
“We stand in solidarity with the people of Pakistan during this difficult time,” the statement continued.
The explosion, which occurred in the town of Khar in the suburb of Bajaur, a former Taliban stronghold, killed at least 44 people and injured more than 135 others.