Russian President Vladimir Putin extends his condolences to President Alvi & PM Kakar on terrorist attack in the province of Balochistan

ISLAMABAD, Sep 30 (SABAH): Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his condolences to President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister of Pakistan Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on the terrorist attack in the province of Balochistan.

According to a statement issued by the Russian embassy in Islamabad on Saturday, in his message Russian President Vladimir Putin said: “The killing of people during a religious ceremony has once again highlighted the barbaric, inhumane nature of terrorism. The masterminds of this crime must not escape retribution. I would like to reaffirm that the Russian side is ready to further expand counter-terrorism cooperation with the Pakistani partners.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin requested to convey his words of sincere sympathy and support to the victims’ families and friends as well as his wishes of speedy recovery to all those injured.