Wednesday, June 15 2005 15:38 Hrs (IST) - World Time -

Islamabad: Pakistan has termed as "highly deplorable" Monday's (Jun 13, 2005) terrorist attack in Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir and affirmed its commitment to fight terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

"All such terrorist attacks which cause loss to innocent lives are highly deplorable. Pakistan is committed to fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations," Pakistan Foreign Office said in a statement.

"The terrorist attack caused loss of precious lives and injuries to scores including children," it said.

Sixteen people, including two children, were killed and nearly 100 injured when militants exploded a car packed with RDX in the proximity of a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) camp and a Government school in Pulwama on Monday.