Secretary-General Strongly Condemns Attack in Quetta, Pakistan

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

The Secretary-General is shocked at today’s attack in Quetta, Pakistan.  He strongly condemns this cowardly act and extends his condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government and people of Pakistan.  He wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.

The United Nations expresses its full solidarity with the Government of Pakistan in its fight against terrorism and violent extremism.