Russian president condemns terrorist attacks in Jordan

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday condemned the triple attacks that ripped through three hotels in Amman on Wednesday night.

"I am deeply shocked by the news about the terrorist attacks in the Jordanian capital," Putin said in a message of condolence to Jordanian King Abdullah II.

Russia "resolutely condemns this inhumane crime aimed at undermining security and prosperity of your country and stability in the region as a whole," the president said in the message.

The attacks confirmed the importance of the task to mobilize the international community for an uncompromising fight against the evil, Putin said.

At least 57 people were killed and up to 300 others wounded in the blasts that struck the Grand Hyatt, the Radisson SAS and the Days Inn hotel in downtown Amman Wednesday.

The al-Qaida terror group has claimed responsibility for the serial suicide bombings, according to two pan-Arab satellite TV channels.

Source: Xinhua