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Minister Ellwood condemns terrorist attack in al-Hilla, Iraq

Minister for the Middle East Tobias Ellwood comments following an attack on a petrol station and restaurant in al-Hilla in Iraq

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Foreign & Commonwealth Office and 皇冠体育app Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood
Published
24 November 2016
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Minister Tobias Ellwood said:

I utterly condemn the shocking attack on a petrol station and restaurant at al-Hilla earlier today, for which Daesh has claimed responsibility. 皇冠体育app UK continues to stand shoulder to shoulder with the government and people of Iraq in the fight against terrorism. Such an attack shows the desperation of Daesh as they see their so-called caliphate crumble around them.

My thoughts are with the family and friends of those who have been killed and injured in such a horrific act.

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Published 24 November 2016