Putin reaffirms desire to intensify counterterrorism cooperation with Pakistan after ICT attack

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated Russia’s desire to further strengthen cooperation with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism following the suicide attack on an imambargah in Islamabad on Friday, which killed at least 31 people and injured dozens.

Police and administration officials confirmed that a massive bomb ripped through the imambargah area of ​​Tarlai on Friday, claiming the lives of at least 31 devotees and injuring 169.

According to the Russian Embassy in Pakistan, President Putin sent condolence letters to President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressing sadness over the terrorist attack.

In his message, Putin said: “The killing of people during a religious ceremony is further proof of the barbaric and inhumane nature of terrorism. I would like to reaffirm Russia’s readiness to further strengthen cooperation with our Pakistani partners in the fight against terrorism.”

He also expressed his sympathy and support to the families and loved ones of the victims, sending “our wishes for a speedy recovery to all the injured”.

In response to Putin’s letter, President Zardari expressed his gratitude by writing: “I thank President Vladimir Putin for his kind letter of condolence over the tragic terrorist attack in Islamabad. Pakistan deeply appreciates Russia’s solidarity and our common resolve to combat terrorism in all its forms.”

There have also been waves of support and solidarity from other countries.

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Prime Minister Shehbaz reacted to the messages in a post on The support of our friends and partners has always remained essential in Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts.

“The perpetrators of this heinous crime will be brought to justice with full force and their nefarious designs can never be successful. The brave nation of Pakistan remains united at this time and we remain fully committed in our resolve to defeat terrorism, as we always have.”