The US Embassy in Cairo condemned the terror attack that targeted police officers in North Sinai's capital Al-Arish on Monday.

“The US Embassy condemns the attack in Al-Arish today that killed several Egyptian police officers and wounded many others, including civilians,” the embassy said in a press release posted on its website.

“These officers gave their lives in the line of duty helping protect their fellow citizens,” it said.

“We express our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased and wish the wounded a speedy recovery,” it added.

“The Embassy stands with Egypt and the Egyptian people as they build a stable, secure, and prosperous country for all citizens,” the statement concluded.

Source: MENA