Press Release Regarding the Execution of Japanese Citizen Haruna Yukawa by DEASH Terrorist Organization

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 25.01.2015

No: 29, 25 January 2014

We have learnt with deep sorrow that Haruna Yukawa, one of the two Japanese citizens kept hostage by DEASH terrorist organization, was executed.

We strongly condemn this barbaric terrorist act. We convey our condolences to the bereaved family of Haruna Yukawa, to the Japanese Government and the friendly Japanese people. We wholeheartedly share their grief.

We reiterate that we will continue to be in solidarity with the international community in fighting against all terrorist organizations, in particular against DEASH, as has been the case until now.

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