No Filipino casualty in Pakistan university attack–DFA

A Pakistani security personal drags the dead body of a terrorist following an attack at Bacha Khan University in Charsadda town, some 35 kilometers outside the city of Peshawar, Pakistan, on Jan. 20. AP

There is no report of a Filipino casualty in the recent attack at a university in Pakistan, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

At least 21 individuals were killed on Wednesday after a brazen attack by terrorists at Bacha Khan University.

READ: 19 killed in university attack in Pakistan

“There is no report of any Filipino casualty in the incident,” the DFA said in statement on Thursday.

The DFA condemned the attack, saying it was “a cowardly and reprehensible act.”

“As we extend our most heartfelt sympathies to those who lost their loved ones in this tragic incident, the Philippines expresses the hope that the perpetrators will be identified and held responsible,” DFA said.

“The Philippine Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan continues to monitor the situation and stands ready to provide assistance to Filipino nationals affected by the incident,” it added. RC

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