No: 20, 18 January 2020, Press Release Regarding the Attack Perpetrated in Mogadishu on 18 January 2020

Republic Of Türkiye Ministry Of Foreign Affairs 18.01.2020

We condemn the terrorist attack perpetrated today with a bomb-laden vehicle in Afgooye region of Somalia, which has left many injured including six Turkish citizens.

We wish speedy recovery to the injured in this heinous attack targeting the worksite of a Turkish company and emphasize once again that we stand by the brotherly people and Government of Somalia.

As always, Turkey will resolutely continue to support Somalia to establish peace, security and an environment for development in the country.

Our Embassy in Mogadishu is closely following the state of health of the injured Turkish citizens.

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