US condemns suicide attack in Pakistan

WASHINGTON, Nov 8 (Reuters) The White House today condemned a suicide attack in Pakistan that killed 42 Pakistani soldiers, and praised the government for its determination to fight terrorism.

''We extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those killed and injured in this heinous attack,'' White House National Security Council spokesman Gordon Johndroe said.

''We applaud the government of Pakistan's determination and resolve to fight against terror. We stand with the government and people of Pakistan in this struggle,'' he said.

The blast at an army training ground was the most serious militant attack on the Pakistani military since it joined the US-led war on terrorism.

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