Terrorist attack on Imam Bargah Ali bin Abu Talib in Muscat, Oman results in multiple casualties including death of four Pakistanis: FO

ISLAMABAD, July 16 (SABAH): Pakistan strongly condemns the dastardly terrorist attack on Imam Bargah Ali bin Abu Talib in Wadi Kabir in Muscat, Oman that resulted in multiple casualties including the death of four Pakistanis.

According to a statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, our Embassy in Oman remains in contact with Omani authorities for repatriation of the mortal remains of the four martyred Pakistanis. It has also opened a helpline to respond to queries from the Pakistani community in Oman and to facilitate them. Ambassador Imran Ali is also visiting local hospitals to inquire about the well-being of injured Pakistani nationals.

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said that we are heartened that the government of Oman has neutralized the attackers. She said that Pakistan has offered all possible assistance to Omani authorities in the investigation and in bringing to justice of those responsible for this heinous crime in this holy month of Muharram.