ISLAMABAD: China and Turkiye on Sunday strongly condemned the suicide bombing in Islamabad earlier this week, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of life and extending condolences to the victims’ families after 33 people were killed and several others injured.
The blast struck worshippers gathered for Friday prayers at an imambargah in Islamabad, prompting widespread international condemnation and expressions of solidarity with Pakistan.
“China is deeply shocked by the deadly explosion in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, and the heavy casualties it has inflicted. China mourns for the lives lost, and our hearts go out to the injured, and those who lost their loved ones, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson’s statement said.
“China strongly condemns the attack, opposes any form of terrorism and firmly supports the Pakistani government in safeguarding national security and stability and protecting the safety of the people,” a statement by the Chinese foreign ministry said.
China is deeply shocked by the deadly explosion in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad and the heavy casualties it has inflicted. China mourns for the lives lost, and our hearts go out to the injured and those who lost their loved ones.
China strongly condemns the attack, opposes any… pic.twitter.com/Fy6IUWb55H
— CHINA MFA Spokesperson 中国外交部发言人 (@MFA_China) February 8, 2026
Turkiye offers condolences
Separately, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in a phone call with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar conveyed heartfelt condolences on behalf of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the brotherly people of Turkiye over the tragic loss of precious lives in the bomb blast in Islamabad.
“Ishaq Dar thanked the Turkish leadership for their solidarity and reaffirmed Pakistan’s unshaken resolve to combat terrorism and protect its civilians,” the Foreign Office said in a statement.
Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
FM @HakanFidan conveyed heartfelt condolences on behalf of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, himself, and the brotherly people of Türkiye over the… pic.twitter.com/XOrWR6W1iJ
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) February 8, 2026
It said during the conversation, the two sides also exchanged views on bilateral relations, matters of mutual interest, and key regional and international developments.
