Saudi Arabia condemns Pakistan mosque bombing that killed at least 16

Saudi Arabia has issued a formal condemnation following a deadly terrorist attack on a mosque in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The incident, which occurred on Friday, resulted in at least 16 fatalities and left 57 others injured. According to reports, the attack took place near a police compound in the Kohat district as worshippers gathered for traditional Friday prayers.

In an official statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom’s firm rejection of violence directed at places of worship and the targeting of civilians. The Ministry emphasized its solidarity with the government and people of Pakistan in their ongoing efforts to combat extremism and terrorism. Saudi officials extended their condolences to the families of the victims and expressed hopes for the recovery of those wounded in the blast.

Local authorities in Pakistan have confirmed that the attack was carried out by a suicide bomber who rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the mosque premises. The incident highlights the persistent security challenges faced by the region, where recurrent bombings continue to threaten public safety. Security forces have since launched an investigation into the attack, as the nation grapples with the aftermath of the violence.