UN Security Council deplores latest terrorist attacks in Afghan capital

NEW YORK 10th August 2015 (WAM) -- The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the series of terrorist attacks that have taken place in the Afghan capital Kabul since last Thursday resulting in hundreds of casualties and at least 70 deaths including children.

"The members of the Security Council expressed their deep sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims of these heinous acts and to the Government of Afghanistan. They wished the injured a speedy recovery and underlined the need to bring the perpetrators of these deplorable acts to justice" said a statement issued to the press.

The 15-member body reiterated that no violent or terrorist acts can reverse the path towards peace democracy and stability in Afghanistan.