The message reads, in part:
“Please accept my deepest condolences in connection with the inhuman terrorist act committed in the vicinity of the Iraqi capital. Dozens of peaceful citizens fell victim to the daring attack
carried out by terrorists of the IslamicState
in the city of Khan Bani Saad. I want to confirm our invariable support for and solidarity with the people of Iraq in their long and hard struggle against
extremists.
I would like to express my deep condolences to the families and friends of the victims and wish a speedy recovery to those injured.”