Quetta: Russian President Vladimir Putin has affirmed Moscow’s commitment to close cooperation with Islamabad in combatting extremism and protecting citizens from violent acts. In a letter, Russian President Vladimir Putin has conveyed his condolences to President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif following a devastating terrorist attack at the Quetta Railway Station. He underscored Russia’s determination with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.

According to Radio Pakistan, the U.S. Mission to Pakistan, in a social media post on X, also condemned the attack and extended deepest condolences to victims and their families. It said the United States will continue to stand with Pakistan in preventing such acts of terrorism against civilians and soldiers.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his heartfelt condolence and sympathies over the incident. Foreign Ministry of Turkiye, in a statement, also condemned the terrorist attack in strongest words.