The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Sunday expressing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's "condemnation of the terrorist attack that occurred in the Australian city of Sydney, which led to the death and injury of a number of people. The Kingdom affirms its position against all forms of violence, terrorism, and extremism, expressing sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, the government and the friendly people of Australia, while wishing a speedy recovery for the injured."