The United States Embassy condemns in the strongest terms terrorist attacks in the Dora area of Baghdad that targeted Christians celebrating Christmas.


"We extend condolences to the victims and their families and wish a rapid recovery for those who were injured." read the statment.


"The Christian community in Iraq has suffered deliberate and senseless targeting by terrorists for many years, as have many other innocent Iraqis. The United States abhors all such attacks and is committed to its partnership with the Government of Iraq to combat the scourge of terrorism."