The United States condemned Monday an attack on its consulate in Peshawar and expressed "great concern" after militants targeted the building. "We strongly condemn the violence," said White House spokesman Robert Gibbs. "I am outraged and deeply saddened by the assault on our consulate in Peshawar," said US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
"The assault this morning is part of a wave of violence perpetrated by brutal extremists who seek to undermine Pakistan's democracy and sow fear and discord," she said in a statement. "The Pakistani people have suffered grievous losses, but they are standing firm in the face of this intimidation - and the United States stands with them."
Clinton said the US was taking all the necessary steps to ensure the safety of both American and Pakistani staff and was working closely with the authorities to bring the attackers to justice. "This tragedy underscores the common challenges our nations face and deepens the commitment of the United States to strengthen our partnership," her statement said.
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