The State of Qatar has condemned the terror attack in Istanbul, Turkey, leaving scores dead and injured.

In a statement on Sunday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Qatar's firm position rejecting violence and terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

The Qatar News Agency, QNA, has reported that the ministry stressed the need to strengthening coordination among world countries, and to unite the international community's efforts in order to ensure the eradication of terrorism and its causes.

The ministry stressed Qatar's solidarity with the government of Turkey, and its full support for all measures it takes to maintain its security and stability.

The statement expressed Qatar's sincere condolences to the victims' families and the Turkish government and people, wishing the injured speedy recovery.