Qatar has strongly condemned the bombing of a mosque in Paktia Province, Afghanistan, causing deaths and injuries. In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s firm stance rejecting violence and terrorism, regardless of motives and reasons. The statement stressed Qatar’s total rejection of targeting places of worship and intimidating civilians. It expressed Qatar’s condolences to the victims’ families, the government and the people of Afghanistan, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. At least 20 people were killed and another 50 injured in the attack.