On behalf of the Mexican government, the Foreign Ministry condemns in the strongest terms yesterday’s truck bombing in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, which has led to over 300 deaths and hundreds more injured, according to preliminary figures.
Mexico conveys its condolences and sympathy to the people and government of Somalia and to the victims’ families, and reiterates its complete repudiation of violence carried out against civilians and of all forms and manifestations of terrorism.
Any Mexican citizens in Somalia in need of consular assistance and/or protection should call the Mexican embassy in Ethiopia, concurrent with Somalia at the following telephone numbers: (251) 911 25 55 92 and (251) 912 50 09 98.