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Pakistani president expresses sorrow over mosque explosion in Indonesia

Published: 07 Nov 2025 - 05:53 pm | Last Updated: 07 Nov 2025 - 05:56 pm
Police officials carry out an on-site investigation following a blast at a mosque inside a school in Jakarta on November 7, 2025. (Photo by CANDRA / AFP)

Police officials carry out an on-site investigation following a blast at a mosque inside a school in Jakarta on November 7, 2025. (Photo by CANDRA / AFP)

Xinhua

Islamabad: Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic explosion at a school mosque in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, during Friday prayers, which left dozens of people injured.

Conveying his sympathies to the government and people of Indonesia, the president reaffirmed Pakistan's solidarity with Indonesia in the fight against terrorism and extremism, noting that Pakistan has itself suffered greatly and rendered immense sacrifices in this struggle.

He also expressed his resolve to work for peace and to stand firmly against extremism in all its forms.

Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with Indonesia and the international community in its commitment to defeating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, he added.