The following is the telegram of condolences for the victims of the terrorist attack this morning in Kabul, Afghanistan, sent by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, on behalf of the Holy Father, to the ambassador of Afghanistan in Italy:

Telegram

Having learned with sadness of the abhorrent attack in Kabul and of the many dead and seriously injured, Pope Francis expresses his heartfelt condolences to all affected by this brutal act of violence. His Holiness commends the souls of the deceased to the mercy of the Almighty, and assures the people of Afghanistan of his continued prayers for peace.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin
Secretary of State