RIYADH, May 23 (KUNA) -- GCC countries condemned on Friday the "terrorist" attack against innocent civilians performing Friday prayers in Saudi's eastern governorate of Al-Qatif, which resulted in killing and injuring dozens.
In a statement, GCC Secretary General Dr. Abdulateef Al-Zayani extended his condolences to the Saudi people and victims' families, offering full support to the kingdom to take all necessary measures to protect people, stability and security of the country.
Al-Zayani also described this incident as a cowardly act that contradicts with teachings and principles of Islam.
The GCC chief expressed confidence on Saudi security apparatus in bringing all those involved to justice.
Earlier, a suicide bomber blew himself up using an explosive belt he was hiding under his clothes at the mosque, which resulted in killing 21 people and 102 others injured in the eastern part of Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi interior ministry said they are investigating the attack, and its spokesman said the country was determined to bring those responsible to justice. (end) yms.mb