We strongly condemn the heinous terror attack against a cathedral in Jolo,
on the Sulu island in southern Philippines today which resulted in death of
at least 27 people and wounding more than 70.
We believe that this attack, which was carried out less than a week after
the referandum in southern Philippines to establish a lasting peace in the
region, will not achieve its aim of harming intercommunal peace in the face
of the common will of the people in the region.
We share the grief of people of Philippines on this sad occasion and send
our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wish
speedy recovery to the wounded.
Turkey will continue to stand with Philippines in its fight against
terrorism, and to contribute to the peace process in southern Philippines.