ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned an armed attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego, California, USA, which resulted in the deaths of several people.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its unwavering rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism that aim to undermine security and stability.

The Ministry also expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and to the government and people of the friendly United States for this heinous attack.