US Embassy in Baghdad condemns terrorist attack targeted Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad condemns the vicious terrorist attack today on the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

A statement by the Embassy recieved by IraqiNews.com cited “We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the victims, to Minister of Foreign Affairs Hoshyar Zebari, and to our colleagues and friends at the Ministry, and hope for a rapid recovery for those who were injured.”

“The United States stands with the Iraqi people and will continue to work closely with the Government of Iraq to combat those who commit such senseless acts,” the statement concluded.