February 19, 2014

 

Statement by the Press Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

on the Bombing of Tourist Bus in Sinai Egypt

 

 

1. Japan deeply deplores the bombing of tourist bus that occurred near Taba Sinai of Egypt, in the afternoon of February 16th (the evening of February 16th Japan time) and caused casualty. Japan prays for the deceased people and expresses its condolences to their families. And Japan extends its heartfelt sympathy to those injured.

 

2. Acts of terrorism cannot be justified for any reason, and Japan firmly condemns terrorism in all its forms. Japan hopes that public security in Egypt will be stabilized promptly.