June 30, 2015


 

Statement by the Press Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the Terrorist Bombing in the Arab Republic of Egypt


1. Japan deeply deplores the terrorist bombing apparently targeted a motorcade of Prosecutor-General Hisham Barakat, which killed him and caused injuries on the morning of Jun 29 (the evening of Jun 29 Japan time). Japan expresses its condolences to his families and extends its heartfelt sympathy to those who were injured.
 
2. Acts of terrorism cannot be justified for any reason, and Japan resolutely condemns terrorism in all its forms. Japan expresses its solidarity with the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt and its people.
 
3. The Government of Japan hopes that security in Egypt will be stabilized promptly and will actively support Egypt's efforts for establishment and development of a democratic society as well as realization of economic and social stability.
 


 

 

 


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