U.S. condemns terrorist attack against Egyptian security forces

CAIRO - 21 October 2017: The U.S. Department of State strongly condemned the terrorist attack against Egyptian security forces near the Bahariya Oasis that killed dozens of officers, wounded many others on Friday.

“We offer our profound condolences to the families of the deceased and the government and people of Egypt, and extend our best wishes for the full and speedy recovery of those injured,” Department Spokesperson, Heather Nauert said in official statement released Saturday.

Dozens of Egyptian security personnel were killed and injured Friday during a raid on a militant hideout in Giza. The death toll has risen to at least 17, according to Egyptian officials.

“The United States stands with Egypt at this difficult time, as we continue to work together to fight the scourge of terrorism,” the statement reads.