The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan has issued a statement on terror act perpetrated in Istanbul.

The statement reads: “We condemn in strongest terms the bloody terror act perpetrated in Besiktas district of Istanbul, which caused for many deaths and injuries. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones as a result of this treacherous terror act, and the brotherly People of Turkey, share their sorrow and wish speedy recovery to the wounded. We reiterate our solidarity with the brotherly Turkey.

As a state suffering from terrorism, Azerbaijan firmly condemns all forms and manifestations of terrorism and supports the efforts of the international community in the fight against terrorism.”