1. The government of the Republic of Korea expresses concern over the fact that a number of innocent people have been killed or injured in the terrorist bombing in central Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, on October 14, and strongly condemns the terrorist act.

2. The ROK government extends deep condolences and sympathy to the victims of the terrorist attack and their bereaved families.

3. In line with its firm and consistent position that terrorism cannot be justified for any reason, the ROK government will continue to join the international community’s efforts to eradicate terrorism.


* unofficial translation