Jordan condemns terror attack in Sinai

AMMAN — The government on Monday denounced the “coward” terror attack that targeted a police convoy in Sinai’s Arish city which resulted in the death of 18 Egyptian soldiers, including four officers, and several injuries. Minister of State for Media Affairs Mohammad Momani voiced Jordan’s solidarity with Egypt in facing terrorism that targets its security and stability, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

Momani, who is also the government spokesperson, said that the incident highlights the brutality of terrorism and its perpetrators, renewing the Kingdom’s unaltered stance towards inhumane crimes and the importance of unifying international efforts to uproot terrorism. He also expressed the government’s condolences to Egypt and the victims’ families, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.