The message reads, in part:
“We strongly condemn this ruthless crime since many of the victims arewomen and children. We hope the culprits will get the punishment they deserve.
We intend to maintain close cooperation with our Syrian partners in the fightagainst all forms and manifestations of terrorism.”
The President asked his Syrian counterpart to convey words of sympathyand support to the families of the dead and wishes for a speedy recovery to the wounded.