United Nations, October 31: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemns Saturday's terrorist attack in the Somali capital of Mogadishu, said his spokesman on Sunday.
"The secretary-general strongly condemns these heinous attacks and reiterates that the United Nations stands in solidarity with Somalia against violent extremism. He pledges continued support for a peaceful and prosperous Somalia," said Stephane Dujarric, the spokesman, in a statement.
The Secretary-General is deeply saddened by the attack and extends his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, which include UN staff, as well as the government and people of Somalia. He wishes a speedy recovery to those injured, said the statement.
Twin car bomb explosions targeting Somalia's Education Ministry building killed at least 100 people and injured more than 300 others on Saturday. The fatalities are likely to rise, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said Sunday.
Source: Xinhua