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Morocco condemns armed attack at Washington press gala
via Le Matin3 min read
The Kingdom of Morocco has condemned an armed attack that occurred at a press gala in Washington, which was attended by the President of the United States of America, His Excellency Mr. Donald Trump. A source from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Residing Abroad stated that Morocco affirms its solidarity with President Donald Trump and his family, as well as with the American government and people. The Kingdom reiterated its stance against all forms of violence, extremism, and terrorism, regardless of their sources and motivations. American President Donald Trump and other participants at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington were evacuated on Saturday evening following gunfire.
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