ISLAMABAD, Oct. 17 (Xinhua) -- Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted the police training academy in Gardez, the capital of Afghanistan's Paktia Province, in which many precious human lives were lost while a number of innocent people were injured.
Afghan officials said up to 20 people, including policemen and civilians, were killed and 160 others injured in a suicide attack on a police center.
"We are deeply saddened and grieved at the loss of precious lives in the dastardly attack. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their loved ones in this brutal terrorist attack and to the government and the people of Afghanistan," Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
"Pakistan reiterates its unequivocal condemnation of terrorism in all forms and manifestations and reaffirms its commitment for continued efforts and cooperation for eliminating this menace," the spokesman said in a statement.
