Statement by the Press Secretary/Director-General for Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Consecutive Suicide Bomb Attacks in Baghdad, Iraq

February 3, 2008

Japan greatly feels shocked and indignant over the consecutive suicide bomb attacks in Baghdad, Iraq, which caused many deaths and injuries on February 1. Terrorism cannot be justified for any reason, and Japan reiterates its firm condemnation of these atrocious acts of terrorism that victimize many innocent people.
Japan expresses its deepest sympathy for those who have been killed by terrorist attacks, including this time, and condolences to the families of the victims. It also expresses its heartfelt sympathy toward the injured and prays for their early recovery.
Japan expects that the ethnic and religious groups will show mutual respect, and continue making efforts toward nation-building while promoting national reconciliation. Japan will proactively support such effort of Iraqi people.

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