Bahrain condemns former US President assassination attempt

MANAMA: The Kingdom of Bahrain strongly condemned the assassination attempt of former US President Donald Trump and Republican presidential candidate, during his campaign rally in Pennsylvania. The Bahrain News Agency (BNA) quoted a statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as saying, the ministry affirmed that the assassination attempt is a crime that contravenes democratic principles. The ministry wished the former president health and safety, and that the US election campaigns would continue in peace, without any form of violence and terrorism. The ministry expressed the Kingdom's solidarity with the United States and highlighted the long-standing relations between the two nations. It also extended wishes for a speedy recovery to those injured and expressed hopes for continued security, stability, and prosperity for the American people. Source: Emirates News Agency