Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Ali bin Saeed bin Awadh Asiri condemned the bombing in the area of Haret Hreik in the southern suburb of Beirut, describing the bombing as a criminal act. In a statement today, Ambassador Asiri confirmed that "The most effective way to counter terrorism is to build a Lebanese national understanding." Ambassador Asiri offered condolences to the families of the victims, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.