Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Acting U.S. Ambassador Natalie Baker. The Acting U.S. Ambassador condemned the suicide blast near the Islamabad court and expressed condolences to the families of the deceased. She also paid tribute to Pakistan’s sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.
During the meeting, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that terrorists intended to target the court but were unable to enter due to security measures. All individuals involved in the attack have been traced, and the facilitators have been arrested. He added that investigations into the tragic incident are ongoing from all angles.
Mohsin Naqvi emphasized that negotiations and terrorist attacks cannot proceed simultaneously. He also stated that Pakistan-U.S. relations are based on friendship and mutual trust.
Acting U.S. Ambassador Natalie Baker appreciated Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts.
The Islamabad Police IG and other officials were also present on the occasion.