The United Arab Emirates, UAE, has condemned the terrorist bombing that had targeted a bus carrying soldiers, near the campus of Erciyes University in Turkey's central Kayseri city, killing and wounding tens of people.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, reiterated the UAE's firm stance of rejecting of all forms and manifestations of terrorism as well as calling for stronger co-ordination between states and enhanced joint efforts by the international community to eradicate this dangerous disease that threatens global security and stability, as well as to ensure that its sources of finance are shut down.

The Ministry extended sincere condolences and sympathies to the families and relatives of the victims and the people and government of Turkey, and following the heinous crime and wished for speedy recovery for all the wounded.