The State of Kuwait today condemned in the strongest words the hostage-taking criminal act which took place at an hotel in the Malian capital of Bamaco, killing and injuring scores of innocent inmates. Kuwaiti News Agency (KUNA) quoted an official source of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as confirming Kuwait's firm position against terrorism whatever its form or source. He expressed condolence and sympathy to the families and governments of the of the victims, wishing the injured quick recovery.