Al Azhar strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a checkpoint of police forces in Saqqara tourist area in Giza.

The accident left four police personnel dead.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Al Azhar renewed its rejection to all kinds of violence and extremism that contradict the tolerance of Islam.

It also stressed on its support to the Armed Forces and the police in fighting black terrorism.

The great Islamic edifice offered condolences to the Egyptian people and the families of the victims, according to the statement.

Sources: MENA