The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its strong condemnation of the vehicular attack in New Orleans, USA, and reaffirmed Iraq's steadfast stance in condemning all forms of violence.

, the ministry stated, "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its severe condemnation and denunciation of the horrific vehicular attack that took place in New Orleans, USA, which resulted in casualties and injuries among New Year's Eve celebrants.

The statement added, "We extend our condolences and sympathies to the United States government and its people, especially the families of the victims, and affirm the solidarity of the Republic of Iraq with the American people in this painful incident. We wish a speedy recovery for the injured.

The ministry reiterated Iraq's firm stance in condemning all forms of violence targeting civilians.

Yesterday, 10 people were killed and 30 others injured in a vehicular attack in New Orleans, USA.

American media reported, citing police and eyewitnesses, that "10 people were killed, and 30 others injured after a truck collided with a crowd in New Orleans, USA.

The police added that "the truck driver in New Orleans exited the vehicle after hitting the crowd and opened fire," indicating that "the vehicular attack was intentional."