Musharraf condemns Quetta attack

Published March 4, 2004

ISLAMABAD, March 3: President Gen Musharraf on Tuesday condemned the terrorist attack on an Ashura procession in Quetta and directed the concerned authorities to take all measures to apprehend the culprits responsible for this heinous act.

In a message to the bereaved families, the president offered his heartfelt condolences and prayed that may Allah Almighty rest the departed souls in eternal peace and give them courage to bear this loss with fortitude.

While expressing sympathy with the injured, the president directed the provincial government to provide all possible medical care and relief to them. -APP

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