UNSC denounces Rafah terrorist attack

CAIRO - 8 July 2017:The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Saturday denounced a terrorist attack that took place in Rafah on Friday and left several army personnel dead and wounded.

In a released statement, the council expressed condolences to the Egyptian government and the families of the victims, wishing speedy recovery for the injured.

According to statements by Egyptian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ahmed Abu Zeid, the statement underlined that terrorism constitutes one of the most dangerous threats facing international peace and security.

Also, the statement highlighted the necessity of bringing to justice all those involved in the attack either through organizing, financing or sponsoring, said the spokesman, adding that the statement urged all UNSC members to cooperate with Egypt on this score.