DUSHANBE, 15.02.2019. (NIAT Khovar) — The Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent a message of condolences to President of the Republic of India Ram Nath Kovind.

The message reads in part:

“Excellency,

It is with great sadness that we received the news of the terrorist attack committed in Jammu and Kashmir, which caused the death of forty-five security force personnel and injured dozens of citizens.

This cruel crime reaffirms the urgent need to continue the merciless struggle of mankind against terrorism.

While expressing feelings of grief and sympathy to the friendly people of India, please convey our deep condolences to the families and friends of the victims. We wish a speedy recovery to all those injured.”