Pakistan expresses grief over suicide attack in Afghanistan

Pakistan Tuesday strongly condemned a suicide bomb attack on a meeting of top clerics in Afghanistan that killed more than 40 people.

The victims were celebrating the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet when the blast occurred at a wedding hall in Kabul.

"Perpetrators are condemnable for this heinous attack by all religious and human standards. We condemn terrorism in all its forms and manifestations," the Foreign Office said.

"We also express our deep sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives and pray for swift recovery of the injured," it added.