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Japan Condemns the Terror Attack in Yemen, Calls on Yemenis to ``Stay United``

Friday, January 9, 2015

Tokyo- (PanOrient News) The Japanese government said on Thursday it is deeply shocked and feels indignant against the terrorist attack which targeted the Yemeni police academy resulting in numerous deaths and injuries on January 7, in Sana’a City.

A statement by Foreign Press Secretary Kuni Sato in Tokyo said Japan strongly condemns such acts of terrorism, which targets innocent people, as totally unacceptable and reiterates that in no circumstances can any act of terrorism be justified.

The statement said Japan offers its deep condolences to the victims and the bereaved families, and prays for the early recovery of those who were injured.

"Japan hopes that the citizens of Yemen will stand united to overcome the current challenges. Japan intends to continue to support their efforts to stabilize Yemen in cooperation with the international community," according to the statement.

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