Jordanian King Abdullah II sent a cable of condolences on Saturday to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi over the death of dozens of security personnel in Friday's shoot-out with armed terrorists in Wahat area.

In his cable, the Jordanian king voiced strong condemnation of the cowardly act implemented by evil groups, stressing Jordan's full solidarity and support with Egypt in its fight against terrorism, Petra news agency reported.

King Abdullah II also expressed his sincere condolences to the Egyptian president and families of the victims, and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

Source: MENA