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Singapore condemns attack at mosque in Quebec: MFA

Xinhua, January 30, 2017 Adjust font size:

Singapore on Monday condemned the attack at the Islamic Cultural Center in Canada's Quebec City which has resulted in the loss of many lives and injuries.

There can be no justification for an attack on a sacred place of worship and extended deepest condolences to the bereaved families, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said in a statement.

The ministry also revealed there are no reports of any Singaporeans directly affected or injured by the incident thus far.

According to Quebec Provincial Police, six people have been killed and eight wounded after a shooting at a mosque in Quebec City on Sunday evening. Endit