Doha / Information Office / October 23

The State of Qatar expresses strong condemnation and denunciation of the explosion that targeted a hotel in the city of Kismayo in southern Somalia, resulting in deaths and injuries.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the firm position of the State of Qatar rejecting violence and terrorism, regardless of motives and reasons.

The ministry expresses the State of Qatar's condolences to the families of the victims and the government and the people of Somalia, wishing the wounded a speedy recovery.