Abu Dhabi: The UAE strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted the Bajaur District in the northwest of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.

The Islamic State group on Monday claimed responsibility for the Bajaur suicide blast in Pakistan that killed 54 people, including 23 children, according to Al Jazeera.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of human values and principles.

The Ministry also expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the Pakistani government and people and to the families and relatives of the victims of this heinous crime, and its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured.