Doha, Nov. 13, 2022, SPA -- Qatar strongly condemned and denounced the bombing that took place in Istanbul's Taksim Square, Turkiye, which led to deaths and dozens of injuries. In a statement issued today, the Qatari Foreign Ministry reiterated the country's firm position on rejecting violence and terrorism, regardless of its motives and justifications. The statement affirmed Qatar's full solidarity and standing by the government and people of Turkiye, and its full support for all measures it takes to maintain security and stability. The statement offered Qatar's condolence to the families of the victims and the government and people of Turkiye, wishing the injured a speedy recovery. --SPA 22:41 LOCAL TIME 19:41 GMT 0035 www.spa.gov.sa/w1812860