We are deeply saddened that seven civilians, including women and children, were brutally murdered in Zabul Province of Afghanistan.

We strongly condemn this heinous attack, targeting internal peace of Afghanistan and wish God's mercy upon those who lost their lives and fortitude to their relatives, convey our condolences to friendly and brotherly people of Afghanistan and the Afghan Government.

On this occasion, we once again underline that Turkey will decisively continue its support to Afghanistan’s fight against terrorism and extremism and its solidarity with the people and the Government of Afghanistan.