US condemns "heinous attack" in Kenya

(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) The US condemned in the strongest terms the "heinous attack" by Al-Shabab on the coastal town of Mpeketoni, Kenya, yesterday and early this morning that killed dozens of people. State Department Spokesperson Jen Psaki told reporters Monday, "We offer our deepest condolences to the families that have lost loved ones and to those injured in the attacks." Psaki indicated, "Information on those killed and injured are preliminary, and we understand that no US citizens were affected. There can be no place for appalling acts of violence such as this in any society." The US is continuing to work with the Kenyan government and the US Embassy has restricted travel for government personnel to Eastleigh and all coastal counties. The embassy will continue to be open for normal operations. According to media reports 48 people were killed and several buildings were burnt down.