We have received the news with great sorrow that a bomb attack, which took place on 25 December 2018 in Telafer district of the Mosul Governorate, has left many dead and wounded.

We strongly condemn this heinous terrorist attack, convey our condolences to the brotherly Iraqi people, particularly the Turkmen community, and wish speedy recovery to the injured ones.

Turkey will continue to support Iraq in its fight against terrorism, and their efforts to sustain peace and stability in the country.