UAE condemns terrorist attack in Somalia

Thursday, 5 January 2023 11:58

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has strongly condemned a terrorist attack in central Somalia that left more than 15 people dead and many more injured.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation expressed its strong condemnation of the acts.

The ministry also expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, as well as wishing all injured a speedy recovery.

UAE strongly condemns terrorist attack in Somaliahttps://t.co/QTUoiaDKDy
— MoFA وزارة الخارجية (@mofauae) January 5, 2023

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