President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a cable of condolence to President of Egypt Abdel Fatal El-Sisi on the victims of a terrorist attack, which targeted Mar Gergis Church in Tanta City, Egypt, on Sunday.

The UAE President stressed the solidarity of the UAE with sisterly Egypt, by supporting its fight against "this heinous criminal act," expressing his confidence in the cohesion of the people of Egypt and their ability throughout history to remain unified to defeat "this despicable terrorism by using all means."

He also extended the UAE's condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and the people of Egypt, wishing a quick recovery to the injured.

Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, sent similar cables to the President of Egypt.