Mali, Senegal, and Somalia condemned a “heinous” terrorist attack on a defense industry facility in Turkey’s capital on Wednesday.
Mali’s transitional government president, Col. Assimi Goita, expressed “total solidarity” with Turkey, a key defense partner, and extended condolences to the victims’ families. The attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) resulted in at least five deaths and 22 injuries, according to Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.
Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye labeled the attack “cowardly,” expressing compassion for the Turkish people and condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Somalia condemned the incident as a “heinous” act, noting it poses a threat to global peace. The Foreign Ministry commended the swift response of Turkish security forces and expressed confidence that the perpetrators would be brought to justice. Somalia reiterated its commitment to fighting terrorism alongside Turkey and the international community, calling for strengthened cooperation against such threats.