Cairo, November 06 (QNA) - The Arab League has condemned an armed attack targeting Egyptian border guard forces in the southern part of the country, which killed two officers while carrying out their national duty to thwart illegal gold-mining attempts.

In a statement issued on Friday, the Arab League extended its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the Arab Republic of Egypt, its leadership, government and people, as well as to the Egyptian armed forces and the families of the two officers.

The organization also expressed its full solidarity with Egypt over the incident, affirming its support for all legitimate measures taken by the country to safeguard its security, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

It stressed that Egypt's security and stability constitute a fundamental pillar of Arab national security. (QNA)