Date:01/12/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/12/01/stories/2008120155721100.htm

National

Saudi Arabia conveys condolences

Special Correspondent

NEW DELHI: Saudi Arabia has expressed condolences over the loss of lives in the terrorist attacks in Mumbai.

While strongly condemning these terrorist acts, a statement issued by the Royal Saudi Embassy here on Sunday said that the Saudi government was grateful to India for its efforts and assistance in evacuating their (Saudi) nationals from places targeted by the terrorists in Mumbai.

It also offered logistic support to India.

The terror attacks also figured in a big way at the South Asian Women’s Day function here on Sunday where the participants reiterated their commitment to stand together during this critical hour of unimaginable destruction.

Representatives from over 40 women’s groups and civil society organisations participated in the function.