The Brazilian Government learned with profound consternation of the terrorist attack that took place today in Karachi, Pakistan, and which caused the deaths of at least 80 people who were present for the arrival of the ex-Prime Minister, Benazir Bhutto.

In the face of this unacceptable act of violence the Brazilian Government expresses its profound condolences and solidarity to the families of the victims and to the people of Pakistan.

Source: Ministry of External Relations